Engineering Tech I - Upper Extremity

Engineering Tech I - Upper Extremity

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for an Engineering Tech I. This individual will be responsible for supporting the Upper Extremity by assisting engineers with the lifecycle development of medical devices, including new product development and maintenance of released products. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support project management by carrying out various private label and kitting projects.
• Generate and maintain mechanical models and drawings utilizing computer aided design (CAD) program, according to specifications determined by the engineer.
• Assist in the testing of design prototypes and support R&D testing activities of assigned products as assigned.
• Support design changes to develop and improve products as well as facilitate manufacturing operations.
• Support QA, manufacturing, regulatory, marketing, suppliers, and product management as assigned.
• Assist with various aspects of the engineering product development process as assigned.
• Assist engineers with the creation, modification, review, and processing of Engineering Change Orders.
• Report progress and status of assignments on a timely basis with emphasis on reporting results to supervisor as appropriate.

Skills:

• Proficiency in designing products using a 3D-CAD program such as ProEngineer, Solidworks or other 3D modeling software required
• Knowledge of MS Office required
• Knowledge of testing equipment preferred
• Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and inspection methods and processes
• Ability to understand engineering specifications and drawing conventions
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate's Degree or some college preferred
• 2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in medical device or manufacturing preferred
• Experience with engineering specification documents and conventions preferred

Knowledge:

• Frequent use and general knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards.
• General application of concepts and principles.

Reasoning Ability:

• Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• Refers to policies and practices for guidance.

Discretion/ Latitude:

• Works under very general supervision. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.

Language and Communication Skills:

• Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above.
• Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management.
• Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.