Capital Equipment Repair Technician - Engineering

This role is based in Malaysia, Penang. Please note that Boston Scientific does not offer relocation support for this position. Applicants should be based in, or have valid work authorization for this location.

Purpose Statement

The Capital Equipment Technician is responsible for performing complex technical activities to ensure capital equipment meets established quality, performance, and reliability standards. Working with minimal supervision, the technician independently performs equipment setup, testing, servicing, troubleshooting, and technical investigations to identify equipment failures, determine root causes, and implement appropriate corrective actions. Some assignments require independent judgment and problem-solving when established procedures are unavailable.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, proficiency in spoken and written English, and the ability to effectively communicate technical issues, accurately document investigation findings and corrective actions in designated systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis, troubleshooting, and component-level diagnosis of electronic and electromechanical medical equipment using schematics, engineering drawings, repair work instructions, and appropriate diagnostic tools.
• Perform repair, servicing, setup, inspection, testing, calibration, preventive maintenance, and performance verification of capital equipment in accordance with approved procedures and specifications.
• Investigate test equipment failures and analyze test results to identify root causes, recurring failure trends, and opportunities to improve test equipment reliability, serviceability, repair effectiveness, and turnaround time.
• Supports Manufacturing Engineering and R&D with the testing of new products transfer as required including installation, setup, calibration, debugging, technical evaluation, and development or improvement of repair and service procedures.
• Support validation and technical investigation activities through equipment testing, data collection and analysis, documentation of results, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams.
• Provide cross-training and technical guidance to other technicians and internal or external stakeholders as required.
• Performs and explains the testing of products during a tour, inspection or audit.
• Travel to other sites/vendors as required to support technology development or transfer activities.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Minimum Diploma or equivalent technical qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4–5 years of relevant experience in equipment testing, troubleshooting, servicing, repair or maintenance.
• Experience in the medical device industry is preferred; however, candidates from other relevant technical industries are also encouraged to apply.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot equipment failures, conduct technical investigations, identify root causes, and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Experience in documenting technical investigations, troubleshooting activities, findings, and corrective actions is preferred.
• Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), documentation requirements, and applicable quality procedures.
• Experience in documenting technical investigations, troubleshooting activities, findings, or corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficient and fluent in spoken and written English.

Requisition ID: 637861

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!