Sr. R&D Technician

Overview

Join our innovative, patient-focused Research & Development team as a Sr. R&D Technician at Endologix!

WHO WE ARE:

Endologix LLC is a California-based global medical device company dedicated to improving patients’ lives through innovative therapies for the interventional treatment of vascular disease. Our therapeutic portfolio addresses clinically relevant unmet needs, spanning from abdominal aortic aneurysms to lower limb peripheral vascular disease. We are committed to delivering excellent clinical outcomes through precision in product design, advanced manufacturing, and comprehensive physician training—supported by industry-leading clinical evidence.

At Endologix, we’re driven by purpose, innovation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in vascular health.

What sets us apart is not just our technology, but our culture. At Endologix, we foster a forward-thinking, mission-driven environment where every team member plays a vital role in advancing patient care. Our core values guide how we operate. As for our people? We empower them with the tools, trust, and continuous learning they need to grow. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare, you’ll find purpose and belonging here.

Our Core Values are the guiding principles informing our choices and actions, because our customers and patients depend on us:

• Patient Outcomes Drive Us: We improve lives with every advancement we deliver.
• Integrity Defines Us: We do what’s right, stay transparent, prioritize quality, and own our actions.
• Innovation Advances Us: We stay curious, adaptable, and push boundaries.
• Boldness Propels Us: We take smart risks and are unafraid in our pursuit of excellence.
• Collaboration Unites Us: We partner across teams and with physicians to drive exceptional results.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re looking for a Sr. R&D Technician to join our Research & Development team. In this role, you’ll independently execute advanced laboratory and product development activities in support of research and development programs. This role contributes technical expertise, ensures rigorous data collection and documentation, and collaborates cross-functionally to accelerate innovation and drive the successful achievement of Endologix’s product and patient-focused objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Assemble and refine prototype design concepts with precision and a deep understanding of how each advancement contributes to improved patient outcomes.
• Develop and optimize detailed manufacturing instructions to ensure scalable, repeatable, and high-quality production processes.
• Conduct comprehensive bench testing of designs and subcomponents, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance performance, safety, and reliability.
• Execute and, when appropriate, support development of test protocols in full compliance with regulatory and quality system requirements, demonstrating integrity and accountability in all documentation and practices.
• Perform troubleshooting of test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation; coordinate calibration activities to maintain data accuracy and laboratory readiness.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and transparent records of experimental activities, ensuring compliance with design controls, regulatory standards, and internal quality systems.
• Record detailed data, observations, and technical conclusions in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems to support traceability, reproducibility, and audit readiness.
• Analyze test results, summarize findings, and communicate insights clearly to cross-functional stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
• Partner collaboratively with engineers, quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and physician advisors to advance product development initiatives and solve complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability by contributing ideas for design improvements, process enhancements, and innovative testing approaches.
• Take initiative in identifying risks, proposing solutions, and supporting continuous improvement efforts with a bold yet thoughtful approach.
• Mentor junior technicians and provide technical guidance to support team development and…