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Senior R&D Technician

Cartago, Costa Rica

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ID de la oferta 59696 Área funcional Investigación y desarrollo Tiempo completo/tiempo parcial Tiempo completo Nivel de experiencia Graduados

Senior R&D Technician

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Senior R&D Technician
Permanent 

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead. Whether production, research, sales or administration - we love being the invisible force behind innovation. We deliver world-class quality in the areas of Precious Metals, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. As one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany, we employ around 15,100 employees in 40 countries. 


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JOB PURPOSE

The Senior R&D Technician will play a key role in supporting process development and innovation initiatives within the R&D department. This position is focused on bringing technical expertise and hands-on support to the design, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for medical devices. The technician will act as a bridge between engineering and production teams, ensuring processes are efficient, well-documented, and aligned with quality standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the development, optimization, and validation of processes, tooling, and equipment for new product introductions.
  • Perform advanced equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure reliability during process development.
  • Execute complex product builds across all development phases, including feasibility, characterization, and validation.
  • Collect, analyze, and report process data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineers to design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements.
  • Provide mentorship and training to junior technicians and operators, promoting best practices and adherence to procedures.
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for pilot production and early-stage product transfers.
  • Participate in cross-functional reviews and contribute technical input to project documentation.
  • Apply lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
  • Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices, safety standards, and company policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Associate’s or Technical Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing, process development, or R&D environment.
  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and validation protocols.
  • Proficient in the use of inspection equipment and measurement tools (vision systems, micrometers, calipers, etc.).
  • Hands-on experience with process validation, documentation, and transfer to production.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with SAP or similar systems.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions and levels of the organization. Adaptability to dynamic work environments such as clean rooms, labs, and pilot production areas.

ReqID: 59696
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