Senior R&D Technician

• Apply Now

• Start applying with LinkedIn Start applying with LinkedIn

• Please wait...

Date: Jul 14, 2026

Location: Cartago, Costa Rica, CR, NA

Company: Heraeus

Senior R&D Technician

Permanent 

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead. Whether production, research, sales or administration - we love being the invisible force behind innovation. We deliver world-class quality in the areas of Precious Metals, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. As one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany, we employ around 15,100 employees in 40 countries. 

About AI@Heraeus

Our AI team... #AI@heraeus

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior R&D Technician will play a key role in supporting process development and innovation initiatives within the R&D department. This position is focused on bringing technical expertise and hands-on support to the design, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for medical devices. The technician will act as a bridge between engineering and production teams, ensuring processes are efficient, well-documented, and aligned with quality standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development, optimization, and validation of processes, tooling, and equipment for new product introductions.
• Perform advanced equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure reliability during process development.
• Execute complex product builds across all development phases, including feasibility, characterization, and validation.
• Collect, analyze, and report process data to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers to design and implement fixtures, tooling, and process improvements.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior technicians and operators, promoting best practices and adherence to procedures.
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for pilot production and early-stage product transfers.
• Participate in cross-functional reviews and contribute technical input to project documentation.
• Apply lean and Six Sigma principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices, safety standards, and company policies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Associate’s or Technical Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing, process development, or R&D environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and validation protocols.
• Proficient in the use of inspection equipment and measurement tools (vision systems, micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with process validation, documentation, and transfer to production.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with SAP or similar systems.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions and levels of the organization. Adaptability to dynamic work environments such as clean rooms, labs, and pilot production areas.

Curious? Apply now!

We look forward to receiving your documents by reference code 59696 via our online application portal.

Any further questions?

Our Recruiting Team, Heraeus Medevio, is happy to assist you by email: jobs-medevio@heraeus.com or visit us at jobs.heraeus.com. 

• Apply Now

• Start applying with LinkedIn Start applying with LinkedIn

• Please wait...

• Opens in a new tab.

• Opens in a new tab.

© Heraeus Holding 2026