Test Technician II

We are currently looking for a contract Test Technician to join the Therapy Delivery Systems Test Development team in Rice Creek Minnesota. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated technician to work on-site collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of engineers and technicians serving Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health Gastric Therapies. This position is in the Neuroscience Portfolio group working to execute test plans and other laboratory work in support mechanical and electrical testing of leads, catheters, and other therapy delivery products for Deep Brain Stimulation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Sacral Neural Stimulation, and Targeted Drug Delivery. A Day in the Life Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To Support project testing activities conducting mechanical, electrical and/or fatigue tests to ensure product conformance to specificationsAccurately report test data in prescribed format and clearly communicate test results to engineering teamSupport validation activities by executing test method validation, equipment qualification and equipment software validation studies in collaboration with test engineersAssist in the development and documentation of test methods in collaboration with test engineersFabricate provided designs or select suitable equipment and tooling/fixtures for desired test methodsIdentify and evaluate improvement opportunities that are inherent in the test process or lab operations and execute their implementationManage and maintain lab equipment which includes calibration and preventative maintenance Must Have: Minimum Requirements To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile and on your resume. High School Diploma or GED requiredMinimum of 2 years of technician experienceVocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience Nice to Have 2-year Associate Science DegreeExperience in laboratory and test settingWorkable knowledge of scientific and/or laboratory techniquesGood verbal and written English skillsGood troubleshooting skillsExperience with building prototype mechanical fixturesSolid mechanical and/or electrical technical skillsAbility to work under limited supervision and follow general direction for workAbility to build and test mechanical components, electrical circuits, and assembliesAbility to perform tests requiring some judgment in determining work methods and interpreting test results.Ability to document clear and accurate test results.Attention to detail. Familiarity with Instron or MTS test machinesExperience with Microsoft Office, Instron Bluehill or MTS/TestWorksExperience with Microscope and X-Ray equipmentDemonstrated ability to work effectively with othersDemonstrated ability to manage time efficiently