Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Staff Technologist, Machinist position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.
Provides technical and function-specific knowledge to support machinist activities.
Shift: Fri-Sun 5:00am-5:30pm
How you’ll make an impact:
•Program, set up, and operate advanced CNC machining equipment, including Bumotec machining centers, 191 NEO mill-turn machines, and Citizen Swiss lathes.
•Perform precision CNC and micromachining work using ESPRIT programming to manufacture, refine, and repair parts, tooling, and devices.
•Troubleshoot machining and production issues, adjust equipment parameters, and identify solutions that improve quality, capacity, and throughput.
•Interpret engineering drawings and specifications and verify completed work meets required dimensions and tolerances.
•Partner with Engineering, Production, and Inspection to solve complex manufacturing challenges and support process design and improvement.
•Troubleshoot equipment and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
•Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to other technicians, including supporting equipment setup and machining techniques.
•Support machining work orders, material needs, documentation, and continuous improvement activities while maintaining Good Manufacturing and Good Documentation Practices.
What you’ll need (Required):
•High School Diploma or equivalent with 15 years of related experience OR
•Associate’s Degree or equivalent with 13 years of related experience.
•Required experience in CNC machining and micromachining.
What else we look for (Preferred):
•Experience programming, setting up, operating, and troubleshooting complex CNC equipment.
•Experience with Swiss lathes, mill-turn equipment, Bumotec systems, Citizen equipment, and/or ESPRIT programming.
•Medical device or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.
•Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tight tolerances.
•Experience with root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and manufacturing process improvement.
•Ability to work independently on complex technical projects while collaborating effectively with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
•Experience coaching, training, or mentoring other technicians.
•Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.