Assoc Quality Engineer

JOB TITLE

Assoc Quality Engineer

A prominent Medical Devices Company

12 months initial contract (04/24/2017 to 04/23/2018) - there is a possibility of extension

North Haven Connecticut USA 06473

To be discussed over the phone

Required:

Associate's Degree in Engineering or Sciences

Preferred:
Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Technical Certification in Electronics

A minimum of 3 years related experience. Medical device experience preferred.

• Some mechanical knowledge
• MS Office Proficiency
• Flexible

• Conducts reliability testing and performs failure analysis.
• Sets up and operates test equipment, documents results, and analyzes systems per detailed procedures.
• Maintains data and drawings, and repairs or services instruments and equipment.
• Works under close supervision to provide technical support at a senior level.

• Supports the Reliability Engineer in performing new and ongoing reliability testing.
• Assists with root cause analysis, including data analysis, trend identification, and common cause issues for systems, peripherals, software and components of low to moderate complexity.
• Provides technical troubleshooting skills to identify and propose solutions supporting business objectives.
• Recognizes common and routine problems of low to moderate complexity.
• Sets up, maintains, repairs, calibrates and adjusts equipment as directed.
• Follows inspection procedures and operates automated test equipment.
• Assists in repairing or refurbishing failed products during testing.
• Assists with building test equipment, test stands and fixtures as needed.
• Performs and documents work per Quality Systems Regulations policies and procedures.
• Generates data in a lab or product development setting.
• Manages impact on schedules and programs when results do not meet expectations.
• Follows detailed instructions and established procedures.
• Problem solving under well‑established policies and procedures.
• Contacts primarily with immediate supervisor and other department professionals.
• Provides support to other staff and may mentor junior personnel.
• Ensures adherence to good laboratory practices and safety procedures.

• Other duties as assigned, with or without accommodation.
• Continue to develop skills through additional training and educational programs.

• Basic understanding of own GBU.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a specialized or technical field.
• Understanding of basic laboratory equipment.
• Effective communication and cooperation with supervisor and department professionals.
• Knowledge of Quality System Regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting expertise.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read detailed schematics, instructions, and drawings.
• Experience with electronic equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, multimeters, automated test equipment, microscopes, soldering tools, etc.
• Testing, prototyping, evaluating, and troubleshooting digital and analog electronic circuits.
• Knowledge of machining, tool building, and prototyping methodologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, mathematics, and materials.
• Experience in disassembly and reassembly of systems and test benches.

• Functional/Technical skills.
• Action oriented.
• Peer relationships.
• Self development.
• Sound PC software knowledge.
• Manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for medical device inspection.

Regular contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor and other professionals in the department.

• Office environment.
• Laboratory environment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.