Research Technician II

GAF•Parsippany, NJ

1d•$56,010 - $77,014•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Research Technician in Steep-Slope R & D is responsible for assisting the Research Scientist in the testing and development of new and innovative products and related technologies. The Senior Research Technician is responsible for supporting current and future product developments, testing, and product code certifications. The individual is also responsible for assisting in test roof installations and analysis of field data. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Essential Duties (25%) Work under the direction of a Research Scientist (25%) Design and build prototypes for testing product attributes (25%) Conduct Laboratory tests and interpret results and present data in report format (10%) Analyze results and execute with minimal oversight (10%) Project planning and organization (5%) Maintain safe work practices and good housekeeping

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Applied or Physical Science is preferred or 5+ years related experience
Experienced with various prototyping techniques, including but not limited to 3D printing
Ability to conduct experiments as per test protocols
Microsoft Office experience
Should have good communication and interpersonal skills
Needs to be a good team player
The candidate needs to have good housekeeping skills
The candidate needs to be safety conscious and work in a safe manner
If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Nice To Haves

Ability to analyze experimental data and use statistical techniques
Demonstrated experience with creative problem solving
The candidate should be able to collaborate and work in a team environment
Motivated individual with good verbal and written communication skills
Background in 3D Modeling and drafting software such as Solidworks or Inventor
Knowledge of basic engineering principles

Responsibilities

Work under the direction of a Research Scientist
Design and build prototypes for testing product attributes
Conduct Laboratory tests and interpret results and present data in report format
Analyze results and execute with minimal oversight
Project planning and organization
Maintain safe work practices and good housekeeping
Assist in all trial runs, field evaluations, and analysis of customer requirements.
Maintains laboratory equipment in an operable and calibrated condition
Interacts with vendors to procure equipment, chemicals, and materials for department work
Ability to present meaningful results and unbiased conclusions orally and graphically to Management
Composes clear written communications including memos and reports
Interacts with other R&D groups and may participate in Laboratory Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams
Maintains and audits thorough records in laboratory notebooks, analyzes test results, and issues project reports.