Sr Technologist, R&D

Innovation starts from the heart. Our Advanced Innovation & Technology (AI&T) teams harness the imagination courage and resourcefulness to think beyond whats currently possible and create solutions for patients many years into the future. If youre an early-stage innovator then Edwards AI&T team is the place for you to take the next steps in your career. Well give you the tools and resources you need to create groundbreaking innovations that shape the future of structural heart technology.

In this role within the Metals Center of Excellence you will apply advanced expertise in materials testing and characterization to support business units across close partnership with R&D Quality and other cross-functional teams you will generate reliable data interpret complex results and provide technical insights that guide product development quality decisions and materials innovation.

How youll make an impact:

• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting materials testing materials characterization test method development instrument qualification and validation equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Set up operate a wide range of materials testing and characterization equipment including tensile and fatigue testers corrosion equipment differential scanning calorimetry optical microscopes and scanning electron microscopes as well as associated chemicals.
• Perform testing and accurately collect document analyze and interpret test data.
• Develop and validate test methods and support equipment qualification activities.
• Use drawings diagrams layouts defined plans and written or verbal instructions to perform complex testing checkout and troubleshooting activities.
• Perform operational tests identify failure modes and propose and implement technical solutions for systems and equipment.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through preventive maintenance calibration and troubleshooting and partner with equipment vendors as needed.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions that optimize test methods procedures fixtures and equipment.
• Train coach and guide lower-level employees on new procedures assess work techniques and provide feedback to engineers.
• Design and build simple fixtures using sketches CAD or similar tools and create or modify drawings and procedures for fixtures equipment products or processes.
• Initiate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and support associated technical documentation.

What youll need (Required):

• Associates degree or equivalent technical degree or certificate and 8 years of related experience including previous experience in an R&D laboratory and/or the medical device industry - OR -
• 10 years of related experience.

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Extensive knowledge of laboratory equipment and the ability to perform complex troubleshooting root cause analysis and structured problem solving.
• Experience with statistical techniques test methods equipment validation and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Ability to work in and may lead interdepartmental teams exchange technical information across functions and represent Edwards with equipment vendors and other outside contacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to convey technical opinions and recommendations and influence outcomes.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office; experience with CAD or drafting software when applicable.
• Ability to identify relevant issues in complex situations apply standard procedures and propose practical technical solutions.
• Ability to use a wide range of manufacturing test development diagnostic and measurement equipment and to read and understand procedures drawings and schematics.
• Experience drafting technical documents including manufacturing and testing procedures and knowledge of ECR software systems.
• Strict attention to detail and the ability to provide professional direct and tactful feedback while guiding lower-level employees.
• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines related to laboratory and/or clean room medical device manufacturing including taking appropriate measures to prevent injury protect the environment and prevent pollution within the scope of the role.
  
  

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance we offer competitive salaries performance-based incentives and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California the base pay range for this position is $70000 to $99000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g. qualifications education prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.