Technician Prototyping & Machining I, II, III (Medical Devices)

Technician Prototyping & Machining I II III (Medical Devices)

PURPOSE OF JOB

The Senior Technician Prototyping & Machining supports engineering design services and R&D

activities by fabricating modifying and assembling medical device prototypes tooling and fixtures.

This role places a strong emphasis on hands-on machining and prototype manufacturing using CNC

manual and custom-developed equipment. The position requires a demonstrated willingness and

capability to personally manufacture a wide variety of medical device prototypes while

collaborating closely with engineers in a regulated environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities All Machinist Levels (I II III)

Fabricate modify and assemble medical device prototypes tooling fixtures and

experimental components.

Set up and operate manual and CNC machining equipment including mills lathes grinders and

specialty equipment.

Manufacture prototype components using processes such as metal CNC and manual machining

tube bending forming swaging tip grinding laser cutting and laser welding.

Perform metal-to-plastic assembly including integration of machined metal parts with

injection-molded or rapid-prototyped components.

Support rapid design iteration by modifying prototype components based on engineering

feedback.

Read and interpret engineering drawings CAD models sketches and GD&T specifications.

Use precision inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and conformance to specifications.

Maintain a clean organized and safe lab and tool room environment.

Comply with all safety quality and regulatory requirements.

Additional Responsibilities Level II III

Provide technical guidance to engineers and technicians on manufacturability machining

methods and material selection.

Lead complex or high-precision prototype builds and process development activities.

Collaborate with Engineering on prototype development custom equipment and fixture design.

Support troubleshooting of fabrication assembly and test-related issues.

Assist with development and refinement of prototype fabrication processes and best practices.

Support special engineering R&D and facilities projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training in machining or

manufacturing preferred.

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field is a plus.

7 10 years of hands-on machining and prototype fabrication experience preferably in medical

device or regulated industries.

Demonstrated experience operating manual and CNC machining equipment; CNC programming

exposure (G-code and/or CAM systems) preferred.

Proven willingness to personally fabricate prototype components using a wide range of

manufacturing processes.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings GD&T and technical specifications.

Strong understanding of machining methods tolerances materials and tooling selection.

Familiarity with plastic injection molding processes is a plus.

Experience working in ISO 13485 and FDA-regulated environments preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required; technical or vocational machining training preferred.

Demonstrated experience operating manual and CNC equipment including lathes and mills;

CNC programming exposure (G-code and/or CAM systems) preferred.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints GD&T and specifications to

produce prototype and production components.

Experience fabricating prototype one-off and low-volume precision components tooling and

fixtures.

Working knowledge of precision inspection methods and measuring equipment.

Strong understanding of shop math tolerances materials machining processes and tooling

selection.

Familiarity with ISO-regulated and FDA-regulated manufacturing environments and

documentation practices preferred.

Machinist I/II/III progression aligned with demonstrated skill level experience and complexity

of work performed.

Experience Machinist: Typically 3 5 years of machining experience in a manufacturing or tool

room environment.

Experience Lead Machinist: Typically 7 10 years of machining experience with demonstrated

leadership mentoring and work coordination responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES

Core Competencies All Machinist Levels (I II III)

Demonstrated proficiency in operating manual and CNC machining equipment.

Ability to accurately read interpret and apply engineering drawings and GD&T.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Commitment to safety quality and regulatory compliance.

Additional Competencies Machinist (Level II / III)

Advanced technical expertise in complex prototype and CNC machining processes.

Ability to plan prioritize and coordinate Tool Room work activities.

Demonstrated leadership mentoring and training capabilities.

Strong collaboration and communication skills across Engineering and Manufacturing.

Ability to support continuous improvement tooling development and special projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment consists of both office areas and manufacturing environments that house

various types of machinery and equipment. Position requires the ability to stand for extended

periods lift up to 50 pounds perform repetitive hand motions and safely operate machinery. Must

be able to bend stoop reach push pull and work in typical manufacturing conditions including

noise dust heat and cold.

EEO DISCLAIMER

Arrotek USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration

for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity

national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by

applicable law.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I acknowledge that I have read and understand this job description and the requirements for this

position and this is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. I further understand this is not a

contract of employment.

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