About Zenflow
Zenflow, Inc. is a privately held medical device company dedicated to improving treatment for patients suffering from urinary obstruction caused by enlarged prostate. The innovative Spring® technology was designed with the patient experience in mind and relies on a small spring-like coil that gently props openthe urethra, restoring its normal function while preserving the natural anatomy. The Zenflow Spring System is an investigational device and is not approved for commercial sale.POSITION OVERVIEW: The R&D Technician will support the R&D team by conducting all aspects of prototype construction, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
This individual will work closely with senior engineers in cross-functional teams to assist in R&D projects from concept through transfer to manufacturing.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prototyping
- Work with engineers, machinists, and designers to create working prototypes, specifications, and drawings for new products and product revisions.
- Testing and Documentation:
- Complete specialized studies or experiments culminating in written reports as needed.
- Effectively communicate finding and results to other team members.
- Maintain an accurate lab notebook and record of assignments and results.
- Process Development:
- In conjunction with manufacturing staff, identify tooling, machines, and fixtures which optimize the manufacturing processes.
- Assist with the manufacturing phase-in of new products and product changes. Train assemblers when transferring products to manufacturing.
- Collaboration and Communication
- Work closely with engineers and other team members to support project goals.
- Update supervisor of work status or problems with recommendations for improvement or correction.
- Compliance:
- Maintain and support Quality System regulations in coordination with Document Control, Clinical, and Quality Assurance functions.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduate equivalent required. AA in a technical field preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 4+ years of experience in the medical device industry required.OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Hands-on experience with fabrication equipment and methods for small-scale and tight-tolerance manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with machine tool operation and other medical device prototyping techniques.
- Experience with mechanical drawing and knowledge of Solidworks CAD software preferred.
