Senior Instrument Engineering Technician

Senior Instrument Engineering Technician

Our client, a leading Medical Device Manufacturing Company is looking for a Senior Instrument Engineering Technician for an initial duration of 12 Months Contract in Sparks, MD. Position Type:
Hourly Contract Position (W2 only).

Senior Instrument Engineering Technician Job Overview

• Provides and leads technical support in conjunction with process engineering to assigned manufacturing lines in support of instrument and sub-assembly manufacturing including assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the manufacturing process owner for assigned manufacturing line(s) including responsibility for Safety, Delivery, Quality and Cost.
• Expertise in assembly, testing and troubleshooting for assigned platform(s).
• Assembles, tests, and troubleshoots assigned instrument production line.
• Works with Manufacturing Operators to meet weekly production goals for assigned platform(s).
• Troubleshoot electronic circuits, PCBs, mechanical systems, and integrated electromechanical systems including software.
• Supports the process engineering activities for the assigned production line(s) such as Deviation Waivers, Quality Notification, Repair/Re-work forms, and Out of Tolerance findings.
• Train production associates on assembly and test procedures.
• Work with Engineers to solve design and manufacturing challenges.
• Recommend continuous improvement opportunities. Perform feasibility tests.
• Revise, verify & validate, and update procedures for assigned manufacturing line(s).
• Engineering Support - Resolve minor manufacturing assembly and test issues to support instrument and sub-assembly production; also perform testing, validations, and designs of experiments under the guidance of the department staff.
• Follows design and quality guidelines based on Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines and related CLIENT Quality Standards and Practices.
• Must follow all CLIENT housekeeping policies and procedures
• Must follow all CLIENT safety policies and procedures
• Must be able to work overtime as required to meet CLIENT business requirements
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education /

Experience:

• Two year Associates degree in mechanical or electronics or relevant degree. Robotics experience preferred.

Basic Skills:

• Must demonstrate capability to test for highly complex electromechanical instruments.
• Must demonstrate capability to communicate clearly through both verbal and written communication to support process engineering team.
• Proven ability and accountability to results and to improve performance and processes across a team, work cell, or project.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage time across multiple production orders and processes within allotted time standards.
• Must demonstrate the ability to lead quality, CI, and System reviews including root cause analysis and providing solutions to a wide range of production and system issues
• Proficiency in system Performance analysis and comprehension.
• Proven leadership skills capability and ability to mentor, coach, and develop other associates
• Must demonstrate a strong ability and commitment to Continuous Improvement.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software tools (i.e. oscilloscope, OEM software, torque drivers, gauges, bits, etc.)
• Expert in reading drawings, interpreting and measuring dimensions, requirements, etc.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team setting to reach common goals.
• Experience and Performance as the SME for complex instruments and ability to work with minimal support from Engineers / Technicians
• Ability to train associates on testing complex systems, conducting repair activities, and conduct complex trouble shooting
• Must be able to effectively manage frequent assignment changes

Proficient/Working

Skills:

• Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmetic
• Strong proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of a Windows environment is required
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Use independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solve in areas on set up, operations, and processes

Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is between $48.00-$50.00 per hour. Benefits:
Sunrise offers ACA compliant medical coverage/dental insurance/vision insurance to all employees. We also offer Sick time benefits as required per State regulations.