Sr. Technician

This is where
your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

As a member of the Baxter research & development team, you will assist in the world class development of new medical products. As a Test Technician, you will support the ongoing operation and reliability of laboratory environments and test equipment. This role is primarily responsible for performing preventative maintenance of laboratories and laboratory equipment. You will manage R&D laboratories and oversee the day-to-day operations to ensure compliance with Baxter processes and regulatory requirements.

You will also directly support product verification activities through test fixture design, test protocol development, test execution, and test report write-ups. You will look to continuously improve test efficiency and testing methodologies. This position requires following company processes, troubleshooting problems uncovered during testing, communicating, and working in a team environment to meet project schedules.

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and test systems
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, calibrations, and equipment status
• Managing R&D laboratories by being accountable for equipment, safety and cleanliness
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinating repairs with internal teams and/or external vendors
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to identify and implement improvements
• Participate in audits and inspections as needed
• Verify and validate test equipment functionality and document the results
• Write test protocols, perform testing, and write test reports using Word and Excel
• Monitor long term tests, analyze the data, and communicate status
• Design, fabricate and setup testing equipment with an emphasis on automated test equipment is a plus

• Associate degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering or comparable technical discipline)
• 0-5+ years of relevant technical experience
• Strong interpersonal & effective communication (verbal & written) skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across different functions, flexible, self-directed, organized, attention to detail, dependable, proactive, and persistent
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to use Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Function / Signal Generators, Power Supplies and soldering is desired
• Ability to program machine level software and Excel scripts is desired
• Ability to use lathe, bandsaw, drill press and other hand tools is desired

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $56,000 to $77,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position.

We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance…