R&D Technician II

TalentBurst•Plymouth, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Technician II will perform various tests on medical devices, including mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual tests. This role requires maintaining accurate documentation, communicating test results to engineers, and adhering to safety protocols. The position involves utilizing lab tools and equipment and maintaining a work balance of approximately 85% lab time and 15% desk time, with 100% on-site work. The position is temp to hire and is NonExempt, with overtime paid at Time and a Half. The role analyzes verbal or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for scientific or engineering areas, potentially using qualitative and/or quantitative lab methods. It includes all levels of education and experience, with 1-4 years of experience required or a BS degree.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent years of education and recent experience totaling 2-4 years
High School +6 years' experience
AS Plus a minimum of 4 years' experience
BS plus 1-2 years' experience
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently
Familiarity with medical device testing or product assembly preferred
Experience in R&D or testing environments is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Document drafting experience is beneficial
Solid work history with demonstrated reliability (e.g., 2+ years at the same company)
Career progression or transferable skills relevant to testing or mechanical work
1-4 years experience required or a BS degree

Nice To Haves

AA degree or post-secondary education preferred
BS in engineering or master's degree is considered overqualified
Candidates with BS degrees in chemistry, biomedical, or physics are typically not a fit due to long-term retention concerns
Ideal candidates are hands-on, focused, and interested in long-term growth within the team—not seeking a steppingstone role

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual tests on medical devices
Follow detailed written and verbal instructions
Maintain accurate documentation using good documentation practices
Communicate clearly with engineers regarding test results and observations
Adhere to safety protocols and use appropriate safety equipment
Utilize lab tools and equipment including calipers, MTS, multimeters, digital thermometers, force gauges, Cognex, LabView, and hand tools
Analyze verbal or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for use by professional workers in a variety of scientific or engineering areas
May be proficient in qualitative and/or quantitative lab methods