Senior R&D Technician

Sr. R&D Technician

Route 92 is looking for a Sr. R&D Technician in our San Mateo, CA office. This position will support engineering by developing and implementing all aspects of catheter and other medical device prototype construction and device assembly testing.

• Work with fellow engineers to create working prototypes, specifications, and processes for new product or product revisions which are consistent with a zero-defect level target.
• Establish in-house manufacturing processes for existing and new products, support training new operators (in house and at contract manufacturer as applicable) and
• Contribute to manufacturing of devices for verification & validation builds, and human use builds per standard good manufacturing practices.
• Conduct product testing as required for product development and maintain thorough and accurate test datasheets.
• Flexibly move between assignments and take on new tasks to meet the needs of a fast-paced product development program
• Ability to troubleshoot basic manufacturing issues with little to no oversight
• Update supervisor of work status or problems with recommendations for improvement or correction.
• Maintain accurate records of assignments and results including documentation concerning materials, parts used, concepts, designs, drawings and processes.
• Provide feedback on product revisions or new products to project engineers and other company personnel as appropriate.
• Train assemblers when transferring products.
• Maintain a clean safe and well-organized work area.
• Maintain close cooperation with Quality Assurance and Manufacturing in determining and completing assignments and providing feedback.
• Support company goals and objectives, policies and procedures QSR and FDA regulations.

• AA in a technical field preferred
• Experience with product testing utilizing Instron is a plus.

• High School graduate or equivalent required.

• 4+ years of experience in Medical Device industry required as an R&D Technician.
• Must have experience with standard catheter manufacturing processes (hot boxes, UV bonding equipment, laminators) in a certified clean room environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, as well as the ability to understand engineering drawings and documentation is required.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits are effective day one! R92M offers generous benefit options, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, Short-term and Long-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, and Accident Insurance.
• Competitive base pay plus corporate bonus program
• Generous paid time off and 16 paid holidays, including a company-wide summer recharge week in July
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for employees after 90 days of employment
• Monthly cell phone stipend

The actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience, market data, skills, geographic location, and business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for equity.