Johnson & Johnson MedTech
Sr. R&D Technician - Shockwave Medical
Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
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Sr. R&D Technician – Shockwave Medical
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Johnson & Jonn MedTech .
Job Function: R&D Operations | Job Sub Function: Product Development Testing | Job Category: Business Enablement/Support | Location: Santa Clara, California, United States.
Position Overview The Senior R&D Technician will use technical skills to develop innovative products that treat peripheral, coronary, and heart valve diseases. The role participates on cross‑functional development teams from concept through commercialization, focusing on disposable device prototyping, fabrication, and testing. The Technician will work closely with other R&D technicians and engineers to complete the duties described below.
Essential Job Functions
Effectively works on multiple project tasks with minimal supervision for timely completion.
Partners with engineers and other technicians to assemble functional prototypes and provide feedback on the assembly process and design.
Assists engineers with product and process design, development, and optimization.
Performs equipment installation and qualification.
Assists in product and process characterization and design verification testing.
Performs root‑cause investigation and analysis.
Prepares test samples (products/materials/solutions) for routine and qualification testing.
Assists in the transfer of product from R&D to manufacturing.
Validates test methods.
Fabricates fixtures and tooling for product builds and testing (mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, etc.).
Mants and troubleshoots lab instruments/equipment.
Creates and maintains accurate documentation of concepts, designs, drawings, test methods and processes.
Trains other technicians, assemblers and engineers on procedures and product assembly.
Drafts Manufacturing Process Instructions.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
High School Diploma required with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an R&D technician (or relevant experience) in the medical device industry, or Associate’s degree with 3 years of experience in the medical device industry.
Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and laboratory practices.
Balloon catheter, drug coating, valve or other cardiovascular medical device development experience is preferred.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Experience using sketches, CAD, etc. to support the design and build of simple fixtures.
Proficient with MS Office.
Comfortable working in a clean room environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with all cross‑functional team members.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
Operates as a team or independently while demonstrating flexibility to changing requirements.
May be required to lift objects up to 25 lbs.
Johnson & Jonn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated base pay: $56,350 – $89,930.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, group legal insurance, and participation in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (401(k)) and long‑term incentive program. Eligible employees also receive vacation time, sick time, holiday pay, personal and family time, and other leave benefits as outlined in the Company policy.
For additional information, visit https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers.
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Sr. R&D Technician – Shockwave Medical
role at
Johnson & Jonn MedTech .
Job Function: R&D Operations | Job Sub Function: Product Development Testing | Job Category: Business Enablement/Support | Location: Santa Clara, California, United States.
Position Overview The Senior R&D Technician will use technical skills to develop innovative products that treat peripheral, coronary, and heart valve diseases. The role participates on cross‑functional development teams from concept through commercialization, focusing on disposable device prototyping, fabrication, and testing. The Technician will work closely with other R&D technicians and engineers to complete the duties described below.
Essential Job Functions
Effectively works on multiple project tasks with minimal supervision for timely completion.
Partners with engineers and other technicians to assemble functional prototypes and provide feedback on the assembly process and design.
Assists engineers with product and process design, development, and optimization.
Performs equipment installation and qualification.
Assists in product and process characterization and design verification testing.
Performs root‑cause investigation and analysis.
Prepares test samples (products/materials/solutions) for routine and qualification testing.
Assists in the transfer of product from R&D to manufacturing.
Validates test methods.
Fabricates fixtures and tooling for product builds and testing (mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, etc.).
Mants and troubleshoots lab instruments/equipment.
Creates and maintains accurate documentation of concepts, designs, drawings, test methods and processes.
Trains other technicians, assemblers and engineers on procedures and product assembly.
Drafts Manufacturing Process Instructions.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
High School Diploma required with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an R&D technician (or relevant experience) in the medical device industry, or Associate’s degree with 3 years of experience in the medical device industry.
Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and laboratory practices.
Balloon catheter, drug coating, valve or other cardiovascular medical device development experience is preferred.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Experience using sketches, CAD, etc. to support the design and build of simple fixtures.
Proficient with MS Office.
Comfortable working in a clean room environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with all cross‑functional team members.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
Operates as a team or independently while demonstrating flexibility to changing requirements.
May be required to lift objects up to 25 lbs.
Johnson & Jonn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated base pay: $56,350 – $89,930.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, business accident insurance, group legal insurance, and participation in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (401(k)) and long‑term incentive program. Eligible employees also receive vacation time, sick time, holiday pay, personal and family time, and other leave benefits as outlined in the Company policy.
For additional information, visit https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers.
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