R&D Test Engineer

R&D Test Engineer

Kelly Services, the leader in Manufacturing Career Placement is proud to announce we are now partnering with Biosense Webster, located in Irvine, CA. Johnson & Johnson is rapidly expanding and is immediately hiring a qualified R&D Test Engineer.

Position Summary:

The Lab Technician supports product assembly, characterization, testing and evaluation to ensure conformity to engineering specifications. Responsibilities include assembling small components under a microscope, conducting electrical and mechanical tests, as well as inspecting medical devices and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Job Title:

R&D Test Engineer Pay Rate: $30-$33 Hourly (depending on skills assessment test) Shift starts between 6:00 AM-2:30 PM Monday-Friday
** 6 month contract position

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holiday Pay Location: Irvine, CA

* Working in cleanroom environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports engineering activities to affect high quality processes and design guidelines for dissemination throughout the division
• Assemble device prototypes and sub-assemblies
• Performs inspections of components/product. Performs testing of product per standards and specifications with directions from engineering.
• Checks moderately complex layouts and drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensions
• Requisition s and maintains equipment and materials; performs vendor and equipment analysis for engineers to determine cost effective and high-quality design processes
• Assists in designed experiments and capability studies, collects and maintains documents, and records design specifications
• Collects samples and files required paperwork
• Uses computer aided industrial design applications such as Solid Works
• Perform standard test methods on devices using tools such as multimeters, micrometers, calipers, flow meters, pressure gauges, tensile testers, and torque testers
• Inspect and test devices post-fabrication to verify they meet specified standards
• Ensure lab tools, fixtures, and equipment are calibrated and maintained in good condition
• Perform self-inspections and ensure a clean and orderly workspace
• Work collaboratively with engineers in a team environment to support research and development efforts
• Participate in experiments and team discussions in a real time environment
• Follow standardized procedures and contributes to process improvement efforts when necessary
• Follow good laboratory procedures and completes training as required.

Experience and Education

• 2-3 years of knowledge and skills to satisfactorily satisfy the responsibilities of the position
• High School, technical career or equivalent

Preferred

• Medical device experience is highly preferred
• Ability to construct complex assemblies under magnification required
• Knowledge of tensile and torque testing laboratory equipment
• Competence with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering product specifications
• Failure analysis methodology experience
• Familiarity with Windchill a plus
• Solid Works experience a plus
• Strong written and oral English communication skills required
• Ability to take direction and work directly with engineers
• Familiarity with safety standards and environmental hazard practices