Electronic Technician III

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

The Electronic Technician III performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, calibration, and testing of electromechanical medical instruments and assemblies using approved procedures, technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and other controlled documentation. This role serves as a highly skilled technician capable of independently diagnosing complex issues while maintaining established quality, productivity, and performance standards. Responsibilities remain primarily hands-on with an increased expectation for technical expertise and problem-solving capability. This role also supports continuous improvement activities and provides technical guidance when needed.

What will you be doing?

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, adjust, and test analog and digital electromechanical medical instruments according to established procedures and specifications.

• Accurately document repairs, inspections, testing activities, and findings within Device History Records (DHRs) and quality systems.

• Create labels and package medical instruments and assemblies for shipment.

• Complete and support daily work cell performance metric tracking and reporting.

• Evaluate repair requirements and prepare customer repair quotations.

What Will You Need to Be Successful?

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

• Associate's Degree in Electronics from an accredited two-year college or technical school preferred.

• Equivalent military electronics training and experience may be substituted.

Experience

• 4-6 years of experience as an Electronic Technician, Service Technician, Manufacturing Technician, or in a related technical field.

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing complex electronic and electromechanical systems.

• Experience performing diagnostics using technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and electronic test equipment.

• Medical device, manufacturing, or regulated industry experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

• Knowledge of analog and digital electronics.

• Experience using electronic test and diagnostic equipment.

• Advanced computer skills.

• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Basic math skills.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and handle materials up to 25 pounds.

Travel Requirements

• Less than 10% travel required.

You Unlimited.

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• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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