Job Description

Santa Ana, CA

Full Time

Engineering and Operations

Experienced



Autonomous Medical Devices Incorporated (AMDI) is a California-based company employing a world class team of engineers, scientists, clinicians, manufacturing and quality/regulatory experts dedicated to the development and manufacture of best in class diagnostic devices using innovative technology, factory automation, and cloud connectivity. AMDI is headquartered in Santa Ana, CA where it manufactures the Fast PCR Mini Respiratory Panel in an ISO: 13485 / MDSAP certified 110,000 square foot facility.



Are you ready to be part of a team that's pioneering cutting-edge medical device technology? At AMDI, we're seeking a dynamic Instrument/Device Test Technician 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!

Location:

This is an onsite position located at our Santa Ana, CA office. Candidates living within a 25-mile range preferred.



Perks & Benefits



Enjoy 13 company-paid holidays, along with generous vacation and sick days

Daily onsite free lunch, snacks, and drinks

100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Education assistance

Monthly socials and employee events

Casual dress code

Exclusive employee discounts on activities such as theme parks, movie theaters, hotels, rental cars, etc.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities



Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and urgent repairs on our instruments (devices) and support our 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



Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent

Minimum of 4 years of experience in maintenance of complex instruments, devices, or automation systems

Must be hands and enjoys assembling and disassembling mechanical and electrical components and parts

Must have previous experience with hand tools, meters, and diagnostic instruments

In depth mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

Must have previous experience 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

Ability to be organized, process-driven mindset with strong documentation and communication skills

Familiarity with control systems, sensors, actuators, and embedded software

Experience with basic scripting or command-line skills (e.g., Linux, PowerShell, or Python) are a plus

Prior experience supporting instruments in a regulated environment (e.g., medical device, clinical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing), preferred



Work Environment

In-person position that requires working indoors at a computer station. May occasionally be exposed in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.



Salary Range

The estimated base salary range for this position is $33 - $36 per hour. If the level of the role changes during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The actual base salary offered will be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, and level of education attained.



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.