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R&D Design Engineering Technician

Varex Imaging Corporation
medical insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
Dec 03, 2025
To apply to a Varex Imaging position, please create an account and sign-in. CURRENT VAREX IMAGING EMPLOYEES: Please apply by logging into your internal Workday Account. SummaryWe're looking for a versatile Design Engineering Technician to join our Research & Development team. This role combines mechanical design and drafting skills with hands-on prototyping and testing work. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable working in CAD and on the production floor-someone who enjoys designing, building, testing, and iterating mechanical systems. You'll collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to develop and validate next-generation X-ray tube technologies used in medical imaging systems. Job Description Key Responsibilities * Design & Drafting 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. * Prototyping & Fabrication 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. * Testing & Data Collection 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. * Cross-Functional Support 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. Qualifications * Education: Associate's degree or technical certification in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field. Bachelor's degree a plus. * Experience: 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. * 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. Familiarity with test instrumentation, data acquisition, or basic experimental methods preferred. 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. Time Type: Full time Job Type: Regular Work Shift: First Shift Pay Rate Type: Hourly Benefits and Perks Varex Imaging provides competitive pay and benefits to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of the people who make our company successful. 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 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.