R&D Support Engineer (Instrument)
Santa Ana, CA
Full Time
Engineering
Mid Level
Autonomous Medical Devices Incorporated (AMDI), based in California, is a fast-growing company on a mission to transform point-of-care diagnostics. Our team of world-class engineers, scientists, clinicians, and manufacturing experts is pioneering breakthrough technologies in microfluidics, protein engineering, and cloud-connected data systems. We’re gearing up to launch our inaugural products from our ISO 13485-certified, 110,000-square-foot facility in Santa Ana, CA — and we're looking for passionate individuals to join us in shaping the future of healthcare.
Join Our Innovative Startup!
Are you ready to be part of a team that's pioneering cutting-edge medical device technology? At AMDI, we're seeking a dynamic R&D Support Engineer to join our on-site engineering team. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative team, alongside passionate innovators to develop groundbreaking solutions that are making a real impact in the medical device industry.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to contribute to the future of medical devices, we want to hear from you!
Why Work With Us?
Location: This is an onsite position located at our Santa Ana, CA office. Candidates living within a 25 mile range preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications Required for Position
Work Environment
In-person position that requires working indoors at a computer station. May occasionally be exposed in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.
Autonomous Medical Devices Incorporated (AMDI) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from AMDI’s internal Human Resources team to submit resumes only in conjunction with approved valid fully executed contracts.
Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
Join Our Innovative Startup!
Are you ready to be part of a team that's pioneering cutting-edge medical device technology? At AMDI, we're seeking a dynamic R&D Support Engineer to join our on-site engineering team. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative team, alongside passionate innovators to develop groundbreaking solutions that are making a real impact in the medical device industry.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to contribute to the future of medical devices, we want to hear from you!
Why Work With Us?
- 13 company-paid holidays
- Competitive vacation and sick days
- Daily onsite free lunch, snacks, and drinks
- Health insurance, 100% paid for by employer including: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Monthly socials and employee events
- 401(k) matching
- Education assistance
- Casual dress code
- Employee discounts on activities such as theme parks, movie theaters, hotels, rental cars, etc.
Location: This is an onsite position located at our Santa Ana, CA office. Candidates living within a 25 mile range preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and urgent repairs on a variety of instruments and support equipment
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and computer-related faults to quickly restore system functionality
- Use diagnostic software and system interfaces to assess instrument health, perform updates, and verify performance
- Maintain accurate service logs and contribute to root cause analysis for recurring or critical issues
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to refine maintenance protocols and support reliability improvements
- Monitor system health indicators and suggest improvements to preventive maintenance schedules and procedures
- Manage on-hand inventory of critical parts and coordinate external repairs and calibration services when necessary
- Assist with the setup, commissioning, and verification of new instruments
- Provide training and support to internal users on equipment use and basic care
- Support return processing and conduct trend analysis on the deployed fleet to identify failure patterns and drive improvements
- Adhere to all safety and regulatory procedures in a quality-controlled environment
Qualifications Required for Position
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field — or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years of experience in maintenance of complex instruments, devices, or automation systems
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Comfortable working with computers — including using control interfaces, installing updates, reviewing logs, and using diagnostic software
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and service manuals
- Familiarity with hand tools, meters, and diagnostic instruments
- Organized, process-driven mindset with strong documentation and communication skills
- Familiarity with control systems, sensors, actuators, and embedded software
- Experience supporting instruments in a regulated environment (e.g., medical device, clinical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing), preferred
- Basic scripting or command-line skills (e.g., Linux, PowerShell, or Python) are a plus
Work Environment
In-person position that requires working indoors at a computer station. May occasionally be exposed in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.
Autonomous Medical Devices Incorporated (AMDI) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from AMDI’s internal Human Resources team to submit resumes only in conjunction with approved valid fully executed contracts.
Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
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