Research & Development Technician

Praxis Technology•Town of Queensbury, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Research & Development Manager, the Research & Development Technician supports the development and evaluation of new materials and manufacturing processes by preparing test specimens, operating laboratory and production equipment, performing testing according to approved plans and procedures, accurately documenting data and observations, and maintaining materials, equipment, and records in accordance with quality and safety requirements.

Requirements

Associates Degree in engineering, science, or related field preferred or a combination of relevant and practical work experience and demonstrated proficiency in science and engineering
Proven history of scientific data collection, analysis, and reporting
Proven attention to detail and focus in an active environment with the ability to complete tasks, and to work independently and proactively
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to build personal and team-based relationships with all levels of associates
Proven history working in Microsoft Office, including Excel
Proven ability to calmly transition between multiple, and changing priorities
Demonstrated comfort with basic math skills including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and rounding - required
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills , including advanced technical writing
Proven experience in support role working in the medical device, aerospace or related industry
Experience in production operations, safety and security protocols

Responsibilities

Perform R&D testing and characterization according to approved test plans, procedures, and instructions
Prepare, identify, track, store, and ship test specimens and materials
Operate laboratory and production equipment to produce R&D specimens using powder blending, mixing, molding, CIPing, pressing, trimming, sintering preparation, bead blasting, and cleaning processes
Accurately record test conditions, measurements, observations, and results
Assist engineers with experiments, investigations, equipment trials, and process-development activities
Support basic data review and communicate unusual results, equipment issues, or process deviations
Draft and update work instructions, procedures, and record sheets under appropriate review
Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, tooling, work areas, and sample inventories
Coordinate materials and samples sent to external laboratories, vendors, and processing facilities
Identify and support process, yield, equipment, quality, and cost improvements
Follow Praxis’ Quality Management System, quality-assurance procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly laboratory and production environment