Senior Engineering Technician II - Manufacturing

About the role

The Senior Engineering Technician II supports the implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, processes, and production systems in an ISO 13485 regulated medical device environment. This role works independently and with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, support engineering projects, and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, installation, qualification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and production processes.
• Support the execution of engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives that drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop, maintain, and revise manufacturing, validation, and engineering documentation, including work instructions, protocols, reports, procedures, and equipment records in compliance with ISO 13485 and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Execute, document, and report on equipment, process, fixture, and manufacturing-related testing activities.
• Document test methods, inspection methods, and process verification activities with minimal engineering guidance.
• Execute equipment qualifications, process validations, test method validations, and Gage R&R studies, documenting results and recommendations.
• Design, build, modify, and maintain manufacturing tooling, test fixtures, assembly fixtures, and prototype components to support manufacturing and engineering activities.
• Support process transfers, equipment implementations, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing, quality, and test data using appropriate statistical methods, and prepare reports that support engineering and operational decision-making.
• Absorb and participate in corrective and preventive action activities.
• Train production personnel, technicians, and other team members on equipment operation, manufacturing processes, fixtures, test methods, and standard work procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, Maintenance, and R&D to implement process improvements and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and external service providers to support equipment maintenance, repairs, upgrades, procurement activities, and process improvements.
• Coordinate activities of technicians, interns, co-op students, and temporary resources supporting engineering and manufacturing projects.
• Perform measurements, inspections, and evaluations of products, components, tooling, and equipment to support manufacturing and quality objectives.
• Support laboratory and manufacturing infrastructure activities, including equipment calibration, preventive maintenance coordination, asset management, safety compliance, facility organization, cleaning services, and hazardous waste handling and disposal.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, quality system requirements, regulatory standards, and Environmental Health and Safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned or self-initiated based on business needs and continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school degree required or equivalent.
• 2-year degree or technical certification and minimum of 8 years of related experience or the equivalent of combined education and experience.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to operate electromechanical measurement/test equipment and prototype tool/fixtures.
• Ability to research, design and/or recommend electromechanical measurement/test equipment and prototype tool/fixtures.
• Ability to create, read and properly interpret engineering drawings and take technical instruction from co-workers, supervisors and other professional personnel.
• Ability to plan, schedule, train, recommend and direct peers and subordinate technical personnel in testing, assembly, repair and analysis of medical devices.
• Ability to manage outside services to the lab and to coordinate equipment calibration efforts.
• Ability to model and perform simple design work in SolidWorks required.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and interpret data in reports.
• Prominent problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with key manufacturing processes such as plastic part design and machining metals and plastics.

Skills

• Technical writing skills.
• Manual dexterity and ability to operate electromechanical measurement/test equipment and prototype tool/fixtures.
• Ability to create, read, and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to plan, schedule, train, recommend, and direct peers and subordinate technical personnel.
• Ability to manage outside services to the lab and coordinate equipment calibration efforts.
• Ability to model and perform simple design work in SolidWorks.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis and interpret data in reports.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with key manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs.
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time.
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• On-site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center.
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs.
• Paid Educational Assistance.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position in this location is $31.49 - $42.51 / hour, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Schedule

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.