Engineering Technician I
Cirtec Medical Corp.3 months ago
Minneapolis, MN, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Cirtec Medical has been a leading outsourcing partner for complex Class II and III medical devices for over three decades. We specialize in design, development, and precision assembly across various product lines including neuromodulation and minimally invasive surgical systems. In this role, you will operate state-of-the-art equipment (lasers, injection molders, reflow machines, and testing devices) and collaborate with design and process teams to develop and mature first prototypes, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Comply with all Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) requirements to ensure products are consistently produced and controlled according to the Quality System.
- Comply with company, quality, and safety standards, policies, and procedures.
- Run equipment tests, collect and analyze data with the engineering team.
- Make recommendations to improve process quality or efficiency based on observed data.
- Diagnose and solve problems with jobs in a timely manner.
- Assist in training employees on equipment and assembly skills.
- Support engineering in improving quality and solving issues.
- Develop processes and procedures to improve quality and reduce cost.
- Maintain written technical descriptions of processes and procedures in an understandable format.
- Represent engineering for Material Review Board regarding material dispositions.
- Participate in cross-functional teams as assigned.
- Ensure compliance with procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Follow safety policies, attend training sessions, and wear required PPE.
- Prepare Engineering Change Orders for processes and components.
- Perform Corrective and Preventative Action tasks.
- Reaffirm compliance with company, quality, and safety policies and procedures.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate required.
- Two-year technical degree in Engineering preferred.
- Strong drive to learn, share, and teach.
- Experience with mechanical equipment.
- Familiarity with FDA, cGMP principles and practices (ISO 9001, ISO 13485).
- 1+ years’ experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment for medical devices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft software and strong computer skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and illustrations.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Excellent reading, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain performance with changing priorities under minimal supervision.
- Strong team collaboration skills and clear decision-making ability.
- Strong desire to learn and apply new technology.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth understanding of one or more manufacturing processes is a plus.
- Familiarity with Pro-E/CREO and/or SolidWorks is preferred.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Competitive market salary range from $22.00 to $27.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
- Training and career development.
- Healthcare and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness, and occupational health.
- Paid Time Off.
- 401(k) retirement savings with a company match.
Required Skills
Interpreting Technical Drawings and Blueprints
Mechanical Equipment Operation
Proficiency in Microsoft Software
Technical Documentation
Problem Diagnosis and Resolution
Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Process Improvement
Understanding of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485
Data Collection and Analysis
Team Collaboration