What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at Globus Medical Inc?
At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible. The Test Engineer (or Associate Test Engineer) will be responsible for mechanical testing functions plus tribology testing including, but not limited to, working with engineers to develop test protocols, designing fixtures, test set-up, running of mechanical tests and tribology testing, data analysis, and writing of test reports. This team player will have experience with multi-tasking in a high energy, fast-paced environment while maintaining high attentiveness to detail. This attentiveness to detail is critical for sample preparation, machine preparation, conducting tests, data logging, maintaining a detailed lab notebook, and sample documentation and archiving. This individual will assist with general laboratory activities, Quality Systems Regulations, and laboratory documentation needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Perform mechanical testing using standard procedures · Perform tribology testing to evaluate the tribological behavior · Organize, prepare, and document incoming test samples · Develop accurate and complete test protocols for component, sub-assembly and final assembly testing based on information supplied by Product Development · Assist to develop new testing approaches · Summarize and report test data in a clear and concise manner · Write concise, thorough, clear and accurate test reports · Photograph test setups and test specimens after test completion · Organize and maintain test sample storage areas · Conduct OM and SEM imaging as needed · Conduct wear testing as needed · Adhere to tight timelines Qualifications: · Minimum of A.A. degree in engineering or equivalent relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree preferable. · Must have 3 years of experience in a material testing lab environment for Test Engineer position · Tribology testing experience is desired · Analytical reasoning and problem solving · Experience with MTS (or similar) test machines is preferred · Knowledge of ASTM Test Standards preferred (specifically medical components) · Ability to work in fast-paced, multifaceted environment and achieve successful job completion · Well organized, detail oriented, and team player capable of working in a deadline dictated environment · Ability to adequately represent and reflect company philosophy to customers internal and external · Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel) · Strong communication, interpersonal and team skills · Some experience in the medical device field that may include internship/co-op in the Medical Device Industry is desired · Programming experience is desired · Orthopedic device testing is a plus Physical Demands: · Ability to stand for long periods of time · Lifting requirements: lifting <50 lbs. often and >50 lbs. occasionally Our Values: Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven. Passionate about Innovation: Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions. Customer Focused: We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency. Teamwork: Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger. Driven: We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients. Equal Employment Opportunity: Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible.
