Sr Technologist Metals Center of Excellence Irvine CA

Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our R&D Engineering team, you will work closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients’ lives around the world.

Our Advanced Innovation & Technology (AI&T) Metals Center of Excellence harnesses the imagination, courage, and resourcefulness to think beyond what’s currently possible, and create solutions for patients many years into the future. If you’re an early-stage innovator, then Edwards AI&T team is the place for you to take the next steps in your career. We’ll give you the tools and resources you need to create groundbreaking innovations that shape the future of structural heart technology.

The Sr. Technologist is a technical expert who applies advanced engineering knowledge of systems, processes, and procedures to support product development for metallic prototype samples. The role leads complex engineering activities, develops innovative solutions, and drives improvements in product quality, performance, manufacturability, and development efficiency. Working independently, the Sr. Technologist serves as a subject matter expert, provides technical leadership, collaborates across functions, and contributes to the development of new technologies, methods, and best practices.

Applies skill and dexterity in the development of metallic engineering prototypes, in support of improving products and processes, and new product development.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Provide advanced technical expertise on engineering systems, tools, procedures, and development processes for metallic prototypes.
• Design, build, evaluate, and troubleshooting engineering prototypes to support new product development and technology advancement.
• Perform complex engineering activities to optimize product designs, processes, and system performance.
• Analyze technical data and translate findings into actionable recommendations and engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and R&D teams to achieve project objectives in making early phase metallic prototypes.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions for highly complex technical challenges.
• Contributes to the development of new engineering concepts, techniques, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to engineers, technicians, and technologists.

Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive knowledge of engineering principles, product development methodologies, and metallic prototype development processes.
• Strong expertise in technical problem solving.
• Ability to work independently on highly complex assignments requiring significant judgment and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate technical issues and develop innovative, effective solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts across diverse audiences.
• Ability to build productive cross-functional relationships and influence technical decisions.
• Proficiency in engineering documentation, development tools, and quality system requirements.
• Strong organizational and project execution skills.
• Ability to use CAD or SoildWorks to design tools for making metallic prototypes 
• Ability to design early phase tools/fixtures as an aid to help make the prototypes 

What you'll need (Required):

H.S. Diploma or equivalent plus 10 Years experience in prototype or new product development environment is required
Associate's Degree or equivalent in trade school medical device industry preferred, with experience and exposure to the operation of virtually all relevant machinery preferred

What else we look for (Preferred):

• CAD or drafting program knowledge
• Experience in using MS Office
• Substantial knowledge and ability to program CNC machinery and/or lasers
• Metal working ability to build a wide variety of parts
• Knowledge of material compatibility with medical device regulatory requirements
• Apply knowledge of processes in the use of machines to ensure successful outcomes, as well as to devise process changes
• Good communication skills
• Able to read, comprehend, speak, and write English
• Adhere to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety guidelines as they relate to machine operation and manufacturing facilities
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision
• Work in a Team environment, including inter-departmental teams
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $86,000 to $118,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.  

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.