Engineering Technician

Abbott Laboratories • Irving, TX

16h • $27 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides specialized technical support services by performing any combination of complex or non-routine duties involving the selection and use of procedures and/or equipment in support of medical diagnostic instrument and/or reagent development and production.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree OR High School/GED with equivalent experience
• Three or more years related technical experience

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred

Responsibilities

• Applies a high level of technical support in a specialized discipline using knowledge and theory of electronics, life science, chemistry, mechanics, software, etc.
• Responsible for instrument maintenance and repairs.
• Understands the concept of fluidics and pumps.
• Uses computer applications as needed for functional specialty
• Advanced skills in computer hardware and /or software applications that interface with electro-mechanical components and subassemblies.
• Able to install, configure and understand computer software local area networks.
• Accepts non-routine and complex assignments that may require creative solutions.
• Follows established procedures. Uses judgment and makes choices on how to proceed.
• Researches, recommends, and implements appropriate changes for process improvements.
• Uses information from within and/or outside the organization when necessary.
• Reads, understands and instructs others in the use of manuals, test procedures, and documentation associated with specialized equipment.
• Reads, interprets, and may create engineering drawings, schematics and complex test procedures.
• Writes basic procedures and technical documents.
• Working knowledge and use of complex tools and equipment specific to functional areas.
• May use statistical, mathematical and other quantitative and qualitative methods and measurements.
• May create tools and fixtures specific to functional area.
• May work closely with engineers to execute product design.
• Constructs complex engineering prototypes, models and builds special test equipment.
• May perform testing on prototype electrical and/or mechanical designs.
• Conducts routine instrument maintenances and perform Preventative Maintenance.
• Conducts complex testing, analysis and troubleshooting.
• Conducts testing to determine effectiveness of product specifications.
• Complies to all safety standards and regulatory requirements and documentation procedures.
• Works both with a team and alone.
• Responsible for lab instrument relocation and documentation.

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree