R&D Production Technician

Position Summary

TARGAN Inc. is seeking a technician to support the development and modification of electro-mechanical assemblies. Reporting to the R&D Engineering team, this role involves hands-on work alongside mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical assemblies from a drawing set
• Work with hand tools for mechanical assembly
• Follow safe working guidelines around machinery
• Use power tools for simple metal cutting, grinding, etc.
• Work with various materials like metals and plastics
• Interact with 3D printers and other computer-driven devices
• Procure parts from R&D, production inventory, etc.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to modify drawings, rectify deviations, etc.
• Wire electrical panels from a schematic diagram and mechanical layout drawing
• Apply safe electrical practices to apply power to electrical panels
• Perform basic troubleshooting of electrical systems
• Work with electrical and controls engineers to troubleshoot, modify, and improve electro-mechanical systems
• Interact with sensors such as detection, proximity, flow, and more
• Work with small-scale fluidics systems
• Work with standard pneumatic systems
• Keep R&D areas and assets orderly
• Provide feedback to engineers on potential assembly problems, errors, etc.
• Assist with testing days, including those involving live animals
• Contribute as part of a team of engineers, technicians, and scientists
• Troubleshoot equipment including mechanical and electrical systems

Key Competencies & Skills

• Good mechanical skills
• Reasonable understanding of electrical systems
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to communicate effectively
• Able to work independently and self-direct for periods of time
• Self-motivated
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Education And Experience Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Ideal candidate has several years of experience in a production or R&D environment
• Computer skills, including but not limited to, the Microsoft Office Suite