R&D Technician

The Role

Our Client, a leading Medical Device company in Galway, is looking for an R&D Engineer to join their team are recruiting for the position of R&D Technician. They are looking for a motivated individual with a hands-on mindset, problem solving skills and with experience supporting calibration and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensuring laboratory equipment is calibrated and preventative maintenance is completed.
• Contribute to ongoing development, improvement and extension of the company’s existing technology and intellectual property portfolio through innovation and invention.
• Create drawings/specifications of prototypes, components and fixtures.
• Develop and perform engineering studies for design verifications and validations.
• Write technical procedures, protocols, specifications and reports.
•  Commit to ongoing personal development to improve technical skillsets.
• Develop an understanding of the disease state and clinical needs, and keep up to date with current devices and technologies

Requirements

• Minimum Level 7 or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline is required.
• High level of enthusiasm and motivation is required, with the ability to take input from colleagues.
• Relevant experience working in the medical device industry. Experience ensuring laboratory equipment is calibrated and preventative maintenance is completed is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to contribute and participate in a dynamic team environment is required but must also enjoy working independently when needed as well.
• Good knowledge of mechanical analysis & design.
• Excellent oral and communication skills
• Ability to prioritise project tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint & CAD

Note: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot Recruitment for other or future related vacancies.

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