R&D Technology Specialist

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Performs non-routine technical assignments of substantial variety and complexity such as the design, assembly and operation of equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1.    Performs assignments and may assist in planning assignments of a non-routine nature for which operational precedents are not fully applicable. 
2.    Designs and builds tooling, test fixtures and assembly equipment.   Builds prototypes and models and may operate machine tools.
3.    Develops test and assembly procedures.
4.    Investigates and analyzes product and assembly problems.
5.    May supervise other technicians, lab and equipment.
6.    Prepares test specimens, adjusts and operates equipment, and records test data, pointing out deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors.
7.    Writes reports, extracts engineering or other data from various reports and processes and presents the data.
8.    Receives technical advice from engineers or supervisor for complex problems.
9.    Working overtime may be required for this position.
10.    Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•    Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
•    Writing
•    Sitting
•    Standing
•    Bending
•    Visual Acuity
•    Color perception
•    Depth perception
•    Reading
•    Field of vision/peripheral
•    Fine motor skills
•    Noise
•    Chemical vapors
•    Soldering fumes

 
SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Education equivalent to a High School Diploma with seven years of previous technician experience, or an Associate's Degree with five years of previous technician experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with three years of experience.
•    Excellent analytical skills and the ability to solve moderately complex technical problems.
•    Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
•    Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
•    Ability to work well as a team member.
•    Knowledge of various tooling and testing equipment.

COMPETENCIES

•    Assignment performance/planning
•    Test specimen preparation/equipment design, assembly and operation/test data recording and analyzing
•    Engineering data report extraction/processing/presentation/writing
•    Problem solving
•    Supervisory process
•    Prototype and model building
•    Computer skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category II states employment and procedures that may require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.