R&D Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Build, modify, troubleshoot, and validate first-of-their-kind mechanical and electrical prototypes to support engineering development and testing.
• Work directly with engineers to interpret drawings, CAD models, and napkin sketches and turn them into functional prototypes.
• Identify build issues and recommend improvements to designs, tooling, assembly methods, and overall prototype manufacturability.
• Set up, organize, and maintain prototype work areas, tooling, fixtures, and shop equipment to support a safe and efficient build environment.
• Work with engineers to create assembly documentation to share with contract manufacturers.

Job requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in prototype, R&D, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environments supporting fast-paced product development.
• Experience building complex electromechanical assemblies directly from CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Comfortable and proficient using a wide variety of shop equipment, hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Experience with wiring of electrical components in a prototype or manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to give engineers helpful assembly feedback.
• You’re able to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a hands-on lab/warehouse environment.