Sr, Hardware Test Engineer HEREDIA

Additional Locations: Costa Rica-Heredia

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes Working From Home and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview. 

About the role

Responsible for test development strategy and requirements.  Plan and schedule the entire test development process.  Define, design & oversee the manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, checkout, support, and validation of special automated test equipment.  This includes scheduling, resource allocating, interfacing with cross functional team, writing test requirements, test specs, test software, test procedures, validation plans and reports.  Scope of equipment - R&D verification and validation and production test equipment for both new product development and existing product sustaining.

Your responsibilities include:

• Interface with Digital Hardware, Analog Hardware, and Software Design Engineers to define test strategy and critical performance parameters for testing different levels of product assembly (i.e. PCBA, device level).
• Work with R&D engineers to design testability into new products.
• Work in conjunction with design engineers, manufacturing engineers and quality engineers to write test requirements, test specifications & test procedures.
• Be an ATE functional representative in the product design team.
• Generate related documents such as manufacturing test specifications, test software requirements, software intended use Test procedure, validation plan and report.
• Train test technicians on proper execution and troubleshooting.
• Work with suppliers to develop/improve their test methods.
• Design test equipment, mainly automated test equipment (ATE), including overall system design, digital and analog circuit design and instrumentation specification, test software programming.
• Supervise the design, fabrication and troubleshooting of functional test fixtures/stations.
• Validate test systems and test fixtures in FDA-regulated medical environment.
• Support verification and validation testing of products. Oversee the test system validation and quality buy-off. Other duties as assigned, such as core team membership, assistance for production/supplier troubleshooting.

In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:

• Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the BSC Quality Policy.
• Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree along with 7+ years of hardware test engineer or related experience or 5+ years with a master’s degree or advanced degree, preferably BS/MS in Electrical or Electronics Engineer, or equivalent. 
• In-depth knowledge of Product development life cycle and test methodology. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Desired English level: C1+ 90 - 99%
• Please submit resume in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• A strong product quality and test lead experience preferably in medical device domain.
• A natural attention to detail and a penchant for organizing and documenting.
• A good learner who can master complex software and quickly adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Ability to think logically and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience communicating both technical and non-technical information across teams and departments.
• Follow company policy regarding ISO and FDA documentation and compliance for medical device

Requisition ID: 604527

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

Benefits • Life-Work Integration • Community • Career Growth

At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.