R&D Technology Specialist

Merit Medical Systems•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

At Merit Medical, the R&D Technology Specialist performs non-routine technical assignments of substantial variety and complexity, including the design, assembly, and operation of equipment. The role may involve planning assignments, building tooling and prototypes, developing test procedures, investigating product and assembly issues, and preparing and presenting technical data. The position may also include supervising other technicians, laboratory work, and equipment. The role is classified as a day shift position in the United States of America. Merit Medical states that it seeks people committed to hard work, teamwork, and improving patients’ lives through innovative medical devices.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a high school diploma and seven years of previous technician experience, or an associate's degree and five years of previous technician experience, or a bachelor's degree and three years of experience.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to solve moderately complex technical problems.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated computer skills, preferably with spreadsheets, word processing, databases, and other applicable software programs.
Ability to work well as a team member.
Knowledge of various tooling and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform non-routine technical assignments and, as needed, assist in planning assignments where operational precedents are not fully applicable.
Design and build tooling, test fixtures, and assembly equipment; build prototypes and models and, when needed, operate machine tools.
Develop test and assembly procedures.
Investigate and analyze product and assembly problems.
May supervise other technicians, laboratory work, and equipment.
Prepare test specimens, adjust and operate equipment, record test data, and identify deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors.
Write reports; extract engineering or other data from reports and processes; and process and present that data.
Receive technical advice from engineers or a supervisor on complex problems.
Perform other duties and tasks as required.
Work overtime when required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and other insurance, eligible the first of the month after 30 days.
Low-cost onsite medical clinic.
Two onsite cafeterias.
Employee garden and gardening classes.
Three weeks' vacation.
One week of sick time.
Paid holidays.
401(k).
Health savings account.
Multiple shifts and hours to choose from: days, swing (evening), and nights.