Varex Imaging Corporation · 1 month ago
R&D Design Engineering Technician
Salt Lake City
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVarex Imaging Corporation is seeking a versatile Design Engineering Technician to join their Research & Development team. This role involves mechanical design and drafting, hands-on prototyping, and testing work to develop and validate next-generation X-ray tube technologies used in medical imaging systems.
Health CareManufacturingMedical Device
Responsibilities
Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for prototypes, assemblies, and test fixtures
Support concept development, tolerance analysis, and design-for-manufacturability efforts
Maintain design documentation, BOMs, and revision control throughout development cycles
Assemble and modify prototypes, test rigs, and mechanical components
Collaborate with machinists, fabricators, and suppliers to produce custom parts
Troubleshoot mechanical builds and propose practical design improvements
Set up, instrument, and execute engineering tests under supervision or independently
Record, analyze, and summarize test data for engineering evaluation
Maintain lab and test equipment in good working order and ensure safe operating practices
Support root cause investigations and help develop corrective design actions based on test outcomes
Assist engineers in R&D experiments, product development, and validation testing
Support the transition from prototype to production by refining designs for manufacturability
Provide feedback on mechanical performance, assembly ergonomics, and test repeatability
Qualification
Required
A.S. degree or technical certification in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
3+ years in an R&D, prototype, or product development environment—preferably in medical devices, vacuum systems, or high-voltage equipment
Proven experience in CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, and instrumentation skills
Strong proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
High mechanical aptitude and strong hands-on problem-solving ability
Experience with mechanical assembly, fabrication, and use of hand/power tools
Understanding of materials, GD&T, castings, CNC machining, tool and die practices, and mechanical design principles
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation
Medium work that will frequently require employee to lift/move up to 60 lbs
Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving heavy equipment and/or supplies frequently
Reaching above and below the shoulder frequently
Above-average agility and dexterity with the ability to hold, grasp and manipulate small parts and use hand and power tools frequently
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and handle physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, repetitive motion, or similar activities
Work environments includes: exposure to chemicals, electrical current, proximity to moving mechanical parts, repetitive hand motion, uneven surface, fumes
Preferred
Familiarity with test instrumentation, data acquisition, or basic experimental methods preferred
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental/Vision
10 Paid Holidays
PTO
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K match
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Competitive Pay
Flexible Schedules
Variety of Shift Options
Free Safety Shoes
Friendly Work Environment
On-site Cafeteria, Company Nurse, Credit Union, and Gym
Free Coffee and Soda
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Discounts
EV Charging Stations
Company
Varex Imaging Corporation
Our Mission: Through the talent of our people and vision of customers, we help improve and save lives throughout the world by making the invisible visible.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$455M2024-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $125M
2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $155M
2020-06-05Post Ipo Debt· $175M
Leadership Team
Sunny Sanyal
Chief Executive Officer
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