R&D Engineering Technician III (Bedford, MA)

Philips•Bedford, MA

1d•$33 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides technical support for mechanical testing, test method development, validation activities, prototyping, preventive equipment maintenance, internal audits, and supports new product development and standard product support engineering activities. This individual will play a key role in supporting advanced development, research and design activities, laboratory operations, and engineering testing initiatives. The role requires strong hands-on problem-solving skills, organization, and the ability to support fast-paced product development activities from concept through verification. In addition, this position will help maintain and organize laboratory and prototyping areas, ensuring equipment, tools, materials, and test infrastructure are maintained and available to support engineering teams efficiently.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in a technical or laboratory support role as an individual contributor, with hands-on involvement in mechanical testing, prototyping, laboratory equipment, or product development activities.
Strong technical and computer skills, including experience supporting lab operations, maintaining organized technical workspaces, and using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
A minimum two-year technical degree or equivalent hands-on experience.

Nice To Haves

Optical and electrical assembly experience
SolidWorks certification

Responsibilities

Support engineering teams by conducting product performance bench testing and contributing to product development and design iteration activities.
Develop, execute, and support mechanical, functional, and system-level test methods using new and existing test fixtures.
Perform testing on prototypes and development devices to support verification and characterization efforts.
Build, modify, and assemble prototype materials, components, subassemblies, and fixtures to enable rapid prototyping.
Support activities such as 3D printing, fixture fabrication, and general laboratory support.
Operate, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, and maintain laboratory and test equipment while coordinating ongoing equipment upkeep.
Maintain organized laboratory and prototyping spaces, including tools, inventory, equipment, and workstations.
Analyze test data and assist with preparation of reports and technical summaries to support troubleshooting and engineering investigations.
Perform all job functions in compliance with applicable GMP and ISO guidelines.