Instrumentation Technician/Biomedical Instrument Engineer (Temp to Perm)

SUMMARY


To successfully design, test, troubleshoot and transfer to production electronic designs for instrumentation projects focusing on instrument performance and reliability of integrated systems.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


· Lead the design, development, execution, and documentation of electronic projects on new product development as well as sustaining existing designs.

· Develop data acquisition means and general bench test equipment to monitor and evaluate performance and reliability of component parts and/or of a complex electromechanical process instrument.

· Design test methods; cooperate with other technical disciplines to build appropriate test setups and/or custom fixturing; record results and author test reports.

· Troubleshoot test failures and integrated instrument failures to root cause, and work with a team to recommend and implement design improvements, and potential product enhancements.

· Participate in strategic planning of system architectures for new product development.

· Analyze and write relevant standards and procedures.

· Maintain project documentation in accordance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. 

· Conduct test procedures in accordance with established safety procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS 


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


· BS degree or equivalent experience, in electrical engineering.

· 5 - 10 years experience in developing, manufacturing, and/or servicing of complex software driven electromechanical devices. 

· Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: development of bench type test fixturing for electromechanical subassemblies, experience with embedded firmware, data acquisition systems (analog & digital), complex circuit design particularly I/O interfacing to microprocessor based control systems, reliability assessment through empirical means.

· Demonstrates technical proficiency, creativity and the ability to manage and direct other engineering staff.

· Must be a proactive problem solver.

· Ability to function both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

· Ability to manage small projects from concept to completion.

· Must be innovative and entrepreneurial, but capable of operating in an FDA regulated environment.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

§  Frequently sits, but occasionally required to stand or walk. 

§  Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; occasionally required to reach with hands or arms.

§  Regularly required to talk or hear.

§  Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

§  Occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts.

§  Occasional risk of electrical shock.

 

ACCOUNTABILITY


Key Decision Areas:


1.  Involves supervision of other personnel or contractor efforts.

2.  Receives minimal instruction on routine work.  Works independently in areas of responsibility.

3.  Development strategy, experimental design, validation plans, schedules.

4.  Source and work with outside contractors/consultants as needed.

5.  Make or modify decisions required to meet schedule.

 

Criteria for Performance Evaluation:


1.  Evaluation will be according to individual objective which will include milestones and performance specifications.

2.  Quality and timeliness of work to effectively implement chemistry, hardware and software needs for the diagnostic research and development.

3.  Regularity and quality of communication to R&D management and project teams.

4.  Ability to work independently with sound judgment and appropriate decision-making skills to manage areas of responsibility and to accomplish overall project goals.

5.  Receives goals and objectives through periodic reviews.