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 Technology (AT) teams harness 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 AT 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.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Perform a wide variety of tasks in support of Engineering services at the Edwards Packaging Test Lab.

• Support a wide range of engineering test activities under minimal supervision of Engineers; and may propose technical solutions

• Perform complex work using drawings, diagrams, written and verbal instructions to perform testing, and trouble-shooting functions.
• Operate a wider range of lab equipment including set-up and clean-up

• Perform operational test and identify failure modes on systems and equipment; may propose technical solutions.
• Collect and document test data with highest quality

• On time arrival to work, regular attendance without excessive absenteeism, and working a full 8 hour or longer work period

• Other incidental duties as assigned by Management

What you’ll need (Required):
Associate's Degree or equivalent in or technical degree/certificate and 2 years’ experience.  R&D Lab and/or medical device experience; or 4 years related experience Required
• Good written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Problem solving methodology, root cause analysis, and GDP (Good Documentation Practices)
• Good computer skills, including usage of MS Office Suite

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is required.
 

What else we look for (Preferred):
• Substantial understanding of test equipment and operating procedures in a lab environment

• Knowledge of regulated environment is a plus

• Ability to perform complex troubleshooting, assist with root cause analysis, resolve issues and make recommendations
• Ability to identify problems and relevant issues in straightforward and complex situations, assessing using standard procedures
• Ability to use a wide range of manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment; use tools such as measuring instruments
• Ability to read and understand procedures, drawings, schematics and carry out assembly instructions
• Knowledge of and adherence to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to lab and/or clean room medical device manufacturing
• Strict attention to detail and quality

• Identify opportunities for potential quality and efficiency improvements, including proposing new methodologies
• Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams
• Ability to provide feedback in a professional, direct, and tactful manner

• Familiarity with the distribution simulation equipment and environmental chambers is a plus.
• 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 $52,000 to $73,000 (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.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.