R&D Engineering Technician II
About The Position
Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing. Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta. Summary As an Engineering Technician II, you will support the design, development, testing, validation, and maintenance of engineering projects and products. Working collaboratively with engineers and cross-functional teams, you will build prototypes, design and fabricate fixtures, conduct testing and data analysis, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain engineering labs and equipment. This role requires a strong technical foundation, hands-on electro-mechanical experience, and the ability to independently execute complex assignments while contributing to new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Typically, 2-5 years of experience in an engineering technician, manufacturing technician, or related technical role
- Experience supporting new product development, prototype builds, testing, and product validation activities
- Experience implementing equipment maintenance schedules and supporting laboratory management activities
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Technical Learning
- Self-Development
- Quality & Accountability
Responsibilities
- Support engineering projects through product development, testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities
- Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to develop new products, fixtures, tooling, and test equipment
- Build, modify, and maintain prototypes, fixtures, and electro-mechanical assemblies
- Execute verification and validation testing to ensure products meet design specifications and intended performance requirements
- Collect, analyze, and document test data, observations, and results
- Troubleshoot hardware, assembly, and test failures to identify root causes and support corrective actions
- Perform product rework, modifications, and engineering change implementations as required
- Support failure analysis investigations and provide technical recommendations
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and engineering workspaces
- Assist with engineering lab management, organization, safety compliance, and equipment readiness
- Provide technical support to Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget
- Utilize NGS tools and methodologies, including PSPs, to support project execution and continuous improvement
- Maintain accurate engineering documentation, test records, and build logs
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Perform detailed mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic assembly work
- Solder, wire, inspect, and rework components and assemblies
- Build and integrate prototypes, fixtures, test stations, and development hardware
- Conduct validation, reliability, and performance testing according to approved test plans
- Analyze test results and prepare clear documentation and summaries
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and specifications
- Operate hand tools, power tools, machine shop equipment, and laboratory instruments safely and effectively
- Assist with implementation of preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for engineering equipment
- Maintain engineering labs in compliance with safety, housekeeping, and operational standards
- Support deviation investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
