R&D Technician

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual tests on electrophysiology catheters and dilators
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Maintain accurate documentation using good documentation practices
• Communicate clearly with engineers regarding test results and observations
• Adhere to safety protocols and use appropriate safety equipment
• Utilize lab tools and equipment including calipers, MTS, multimeters, digital thermometers, force gauges, Cognex, LabView, and hand tools
• Maintain a work balance of approximately 85% lab time and 15% desk time (100% on-site)

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent years of education and recent medical device experience totaling 2-4 years
• High School with 6+ years of experience
• BS with 1-2 years of experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently
• Familiarity with medical device testing or product assembly preferred
• Experience with medical devices, specifically heart catheters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Document drafting experience
• Medical device experience, catheter is preferable
• Solid work history with demonstrated reliability (e.g., 2+ years at the same company)
• Career progression or transferable skills relevant to testing or mechanical work
• Ideal candidates are hands-on, focused, and interested in long-term growth within the team-not seeking a steppingstone role
• Genuine interest in medical device testing and long-term commitment
• Assembly worker from a medical device company with a strong work history and upward mobility

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.