R&D Technician II

Job Titles: R&D Technician II
Job Description: Arden Hills, MN
Duration: 6 Months+ contract on W2 with high possibility of extension based on performance.

Pay Range: $25 to $36/Hour on W2

Note: Position is for product testing.

About the role:
Support R&D engineers and teams in a testing environment to develop and analyze products, materials, processes, or equipment. This role demands a comprehensive knowledge base and a high level of independence.

Quality Systems Duties & Responsibilities
Build quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.

Your responsibilities include:

• Perform various tasks in electrical, mechanical, and optical areas.
• Follow protocols, test methods, or verbal instructions.
• Conduct tests, capture data, and create Excel spreadsheets.
• Maintain detailed documentation throughout all phases of development, testing, and analysis.
• Primarily conduct mechanical testing (e.g., pull, flex, torque, extension, retraction, insertion, withdrawal) with some high voltage/current testing, all requiring meticulous setup.
• Assist in technology transfer and participate in cross-functional discussions on device performance issues.
• Explore and contribute to testing concepts and test method development.
• Serve as a resource for other employees.
• Regularly and thoroughly communicate project status to project teams.

 
Minimum Qualifications:

• AA Degree or equivalent work experience in a related field, with 3+ years of R&D technical support or related experience.
• Proven ability to set up and conduct product testing and collect data according to medical device standards.
• Experience in operating and maintaining complex test equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and file sharing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, interacting with engineers and technicians.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in medical device testing.
• Proven ability to interact with highly technical staff in an engineering lab environment.
• Prior experience in documenting tests through electronic lab notebooks or reports.
• Experience in developing test methods and training others.
• Familiarity with equipment such as Instron, MTS, OGP SmartProduct, and Keyence.
• Testing experience including tensile, torque, and RSU.
• Recent 4-year degree applicants such as mechanical/electrical engineers will not be considered.