Orpyx Medical Technologies Looking for Mechanical Test Engineering Technologist at Calgary, AB Full Time

About Orpyx Medical Technologies Inc.

Orpyx develops digital therapeutics to extend mobility and healthspan for people living with diabetes. We are an ISO 13485 company committed to providing quality medical solutions that consistently meet customer needs and regulatory requirements. Orpyx® SI Sensory Insole System is comprised of sensor-embedded shoe insoles used to empower people with diabetes to extend mobility by preventing diabetes-related complications such as foot ulcers and amputation. The sensory insoles send feedback to an app-based display. The sensory data is uploaded to the Orpyx SI cloud-based dashboard, where the data can be monitored between care visits by our credentialed care team. Our business model is a combination of medical device sales and SaaS (software-as-a-service) and meets the requirements for HCPCS and CPT reimbursement.

Who we are

The people at Orpyx are flexible thinkers and creative innovators. We come from a variety of backgrounds and carry a wealth of expertise in multiple industries, including medical, technology, software, marketing and finance. What we all have in common is an intense passion for the work we do. We have an extraordinary collection of talent that makes working here fun, unique and inspiring. Our hiring goal moving forward is to continue to build and grow a strong, effective team, while maintaining our friendly and innovative company culture.

The Position

Reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities & Productivity, the Mechanical Test Engineering Technologist will work as part of a cross functional Research & Development team and will be responsible for assisting with and coordinating all levels of durability testing on electro-mechanical devices. The technologist will be required to work with internal teams including engineering, operations, and production and external suppliers and vendors. The primary focus within this technologist role is to assist with the establishment and maintenance of the internal durability testing program at Orpyx for an array of electronic and electro-mechanical devices. Additionally, the technologist will be required to assist the engineering team with diagnosing areas of concern and investigations on root causes for failures.

This includes:

• Design and fabricate test apparatus equipment including prosthetics, molds, jigs, and fixtures
• Setup, operate, teardown, and maintain test equipment
• Produce detailed technical drawings, procedures, manuals, and reports as required
• Develop electro-mechanical equipment to aid with data collection
• Coordinate with engineering and production for the preparation of test samples
• Accurately record/store data including preparing charts and/or graphics
• Work with the engineering team and develop an understanding of the appropriate testing, data logging, and data presentation that is required
• Prepare clear and concise summary data and present data to the engineering team for review
• Analyze results and provide recommendations for improvements where applicable
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Liaise with external third parties to conduct testing
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Perform duties in a manner that is consistent with and committed to upholding the requirements of the quality management system

Additionally, due to the ever-changing and sometimes chaotic environment of an early-stage high-tech company, the Mechanical Test Engineering Technologist may assume additional responsibilities, as required.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering technologist diploma (or equivalent education)
• 3+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineering Technologist
• Testing experience is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of machines and equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills and techniques
• Strong hands-on experience working with equipment, tools, electronics, etc.
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis software (Power BI, LabVIEW, MATLAB)
• Experience with ISO or similar Quality Management Systems is considered an asset
• CAD/CAM experience is considered an asset (Fusion 360 / SolidWorks)
• Effective hard worker with a team player “can-do” approach

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday. Overtime may be required periodically, depending on operational needs

Employment Status: Full-time

Work Location: Calgary, Alberta. Please note that this position is required to work onsite at our Head Office located at Suite 205, 1240 – 20th Avenue S.E.

Application Instructions and Deadline: Please submit a resume that outlines why your skills, experience and personality would make you an excellent candidate for the Mechanical Test Engineering Technologist role at Orpyx Medical Technologies Inc. by January 18, 2023.

For more information, visit: https://www.orpyx.com