R&D Hardware Test Technician

Cynet Systems•Durham, NC

About The Position

The R&D Hardware Test Technician supports the development, testing, and improvement of pharmacy automation devices and their subsystems. The role focuses on hands-on verification and validation, prototype fabrication, test system maintenance, and general engineering support in an R&D environment. The technician configures machines and subsystems for testing, assists engineers with Product Qualification Plans, conducts testing, and collects and interprets data. The role also includes preparing formal test reports, supporting software deployment, fabricating prototypes and test systems, building circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses, performing failure analysis, and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems. The technician maintains test-system inventory and configuration, uses machine tools to fabricate prototype parts under engineering direction, and helps keep test labs safe, organized, and ready for use.

Requirements

Two-year technical degree in engineering, electronics, physics, mechanical technology, or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent experience.
Five or more years of related industry, equipment, or reliability lab experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use mechanical tools effectively.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
Ability to debug, troubleshoot, and repair electro-mechanical assemblies.
Ability to work within and support a 5S workplace environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to use a pallet jack safely.
Ability to sit, stand, and bend frequently; stoop and kneel occasionally; and safely lift up to 45 lbs unaided.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Ability to solder cables and PCB assemblies.
Advanced Excel skills.
Experience with MiniTab or other statistical tools.
Familiarity with LabVIEW.
Ability to use CAD tools for simple modeling or updates.

Responsibilities

Configure machines and subsystems to match testing requirements.
Assist engineers in creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs).
Perform product and subsystem testing as defined in PQPs.
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to support engineering decisions.
Run software installation managers to support reliable deployment to factory and field environments.
Document test results in clear, complete formal test reports.
Fabricate prototypes and test systems.
Build printed circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses as needed.
Perform failure analysis on parts, assemblies, and systems.
Support engineers with troubleshooting and debugging electro-mechanical systems.
Use machine tools to fabricate prototype parts and assemblies under engineering direction.
Maintain test-system inventory to ensure hardware and software configurations match those used in the service fleet.
Help keep test labs safe, organized, and ready for use.