Prototype Technician, Engineering Services

Prototype Technician

Permanent role

Builds prototype medical device products and components using automated, semi-automated and manual methods.  With minimal input can determine which processes should be used for fastest manufacture of prototypes. Gives feedback and input to design and manufacturing engineers on prototyping capability as it applies to component tolerancing and features.

What you will do:

• Support R&D and AO during new product introductions including input into product and process design reviews, fixture/tooling design and design for manufacturing.
• Design complex prototypes and fixtures by use of CAD/CAM. Build fixtures and related apparatus as needed for assigned project.
• Work from engineering schematics and/or specifications and use precision measuring equipment to ensure components and finished products meet design specifications and highest engineering and quality standards.
• Specify, evaluate and order new equipment, tooling, materials and supplies as required for each new assignment.
• Comply with all new product documentation and process control.
• Train and/or assist others in product development and design for related topics.
• Work closely with external toolrooms and suppliers to outsource work and resolve technical challenges.
• Will be required to comply with documentation procedures and maintain experimental laboratory housekeeping standards to the highest level.
• Will coordinate with facilities and assist in the maintenance of prototype equipment, fixtures and fittings.
• Provides guidance on prototype manufacturing methods.

What you will need:

• Tool Making or similar craft qualification or a Certificate in an Engineering discipline with related work experience in a precision machining environment.
• Experience in machining a wide variety of metals, and plastics.
• Demonstrated ability to program and operate CNC and manual machine tools, small hand tools, power tools and test/inspection equipment.
• Must be able to analyze and resolve complex machining issues of a broad scope using independent judgment.
• Must have the ability to quickly master the operation of new equipment, machine tools, software packages and programming languages using own initiative.
• Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail - must be able to observe and correct minute inconsistencies (e.g. in engineering drawings, printed word, product appearance, etc.)
• Must be able to follow detailed instruction and inspection procedures. Must be able to complete detailed documentation accurately.
• Must have ability to manage multiple project requests simultaneously.
• Advanced maths and measuring skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.