Sr. R&D Technician

Cartago, Costa Rica

Postularse

ID de la oferta 59085 Área funcional Investigación y desarrollo Tiempo completo/tiempo parcial Tiempo completo Nivel de experiencia Profesionales

Sr. R&D Technician

Heraeus Medevio

Location Cartago

Permanent

Full Time

Job Purpose:

The Senior R&D Technician will play a key role in supporting process development and innovation initiatives within the R&D department. This position is focused on bringing technical expertise and hands-on support to the design, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for medical devices. The technician will act as a bridge between engineering and production teams, ensuring processes are efficient, well-documented, and aligned with quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

Support the development, optimization, and validation of processes, tooling, and equipment for new product introductions.
Perform advanced equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure reliability during process development.
Execute complex product builds across all development phases, including feasibility, characterization, and validation.
Collect, analyze, and report process data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with engineers to design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements.
Provide mentorship and training to junior technicians and operators, promoting best practices and adherence to procedures.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for pilot production and early-stage product transfers.
Participate in cross-functional reviews and contribute technical input to project documentation.
Apply lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices, safety standards, and company policies.

Requires Qualifications:

Associate's or Technical Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.

Relevant Experience:

5+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing, process development, or R&D environment.

Skills & Knowledge:

Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and validation protocols.
Proficient in the use of inspection equipment and measurement tools (vision systems, micrometers, calipers, etc.).
Hands-on experience with process validation, documentation, and transfer to production.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with SAP or similar systems.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions and levels of the organization. Adaptability to dynamic work environments such as clean rooms, labs, and pilot production areas.

Preferred Qualifications: