About the Role
As an R&D Quality Control Technician, you will play a critical hands-on role in supporting product development by inspecting prototypes and maintaining the accuracy and capability of the R&D metrology laboratory. This position is full-time onsite in Austin, Texas, supporting cross-functional engineering teams with precision measurement and quality inspection expertise.
Responsibilities
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final QC inspection of R&D prototypes and development builds
- Conduct dimensional inspections using metrology tools such as Calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and Faro arm
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications to verify prototype conformance
- Generate and document inspection reports, measurement data, and nonconformance records
- Maintain and manage the R&D metrology lab, including equipment setup, qualification, maintenance, calibration scheduling, tracking, and environmental monitoring
- Support development teams with measurement data analysis and feedback
- Assist in method development and improvement of inspection processes
- Ensure compliance with quality system requirements and documentation standards
- Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Strong proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques
- Solid understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
- Experience operating metrology equipment
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to work in a fast-paced R&D environment with evolving designs
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Team-oriented mindset with effective communication skills
- Basic knowledge of statistical methods and inspection data analysis
- Ensure compliance with FDA and EU MDR requirements by applying relevant recognized consensus standards for medical robotic systems and SiMD
- Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent with specialized training and/or certification and 4 years of relevant experience
- Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering Technology, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, or metrology (medical device experience preferred)
- Experience with prototype inspection or R&D environments is highly desirable
- Familiarity with ISO 13485 and quality system documentation
Skills
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Height gauges
- Faro arm
- GD&T
- Blueprint reading
- Metrology
- Quality control
- Inspection
- Statistical methods
- ISO 13485
- FDA
- EU MDR
- ISO 14971
- IEC 62304
- IEC 82304-1
- IEC 62366-1
- IEC 60601-1
- IEC 60601-1-2
- IEC 60601-1-6
- ISO 10218-1
- ISO 10218-2
- IEC 80601
- Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 4 years of relevant experience
- 2+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, or metrology
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent with specialized training and/or certification
- Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering Technology, or related field
Benefits
- Development opportunities
- Robust employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Flexible working environment
- Location specific competitive total rewards
- Wellness incentives
- Culture of recognition and performance awards
About the Company
- Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years.
- A patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
- We are committed to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world.
- We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and has a strong sense of belonging.
Equal Opportunity
- EOE
