Laboratory Technician - Medical Equipment (Electrical Testing)

Description

• Reviews work orders for accuracy.
• Maintains and initiates direct Certifier contact to provide information and answer questions or obtains more product information. Tests to the Certifier’s requests and provides general and specific information about the certification testing process or status of a work order to assist the Certifier and improve overall customer service and satisfaction. Provides Certifier with detailed interpretation of test results and construction evaluation and how it applies to the status of their certification.
• May be required to purchase tools/equipment from outside shops.
• Independently analyzes complex devices and equipment to determine compliance to applicable requirements.
• Records technical data, draft reports. Performs mathematical calculations required to summarize test results as applicable. Relates test results to product specifications. Acts as a liaison with other departments as required by Lab Manager. Notes and records discrepancies or characteristics of products which may appear before or during the tests and refer them to Sr. Lab Tech, Certifier or Manager.
• Performs witness testing as required by Lab Tech III or Manager.
• Communicates with clients regarding project details.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of requirements for new and/or revised standards as required.
• Conducts a wide range of test procedures on equipment to the applicable standards and interprets results of the test. Determines and reviews which tests are required; the order in which to perform tests and the number of samples required. Performs tests and calculations, compiles data and summarizes test results into test reports and checklists. Verifies calculations are consistent with results of measurements. Determines whether product passes or fails subject to review by Certifier/Reviewer. Assembles and disassembles test samples, hooks-up laboratory test equipment in preparation for testing; operates most laboratory test equipment without supervision. Maintains good housekeeping of tools, equipment and work area following tests and carry out assigned laboratory clean-up duties.
• Interacts with the Certifier to plan activities, exchange information, review and approve lab reports and certification records.
• Maintains good housekeeping, taking care of safety and using PPE at all times as outlined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Conducts Technical Audits for both Safety & EEV.

Requirements

• Experience with test and measurement instruments, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, power analyzers, and chart recorders.
• Knowledge on how to operate test equipment in a sage manner.
• Associate’s degree in engineering technology
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs
• 3-year Technical Certificate or equivalent education and experience or
• Familiarity with national and international standards related to Medical or Laboratory Measurement, gained through research of standards, technical documentation, bulletins, and articles.
• Needs to be knowledgeable of safe practices; ability to move equipment around with assistance or independently; follow safety practices; ability to interact with internal customers as well as external; ability to use a variety of equipment to perform daily tasks.
• 5-8 years of related experience
• Potential for working in extreme temperatures (Environmental Test Chambers)
• Periods of strenuous activity may be present. Lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stretching overextending.
• Works indoors and outdoors as needed
• Working knowledge of Medical or Laboratory Measurement standards and testing procedures are preferred.
• Professional Membership eg. ASTT, OACETT or equivalent

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance