Research & Development Technician
About the role
The Research and Development Technician will work closely and collaboratively with the Development Engineer to help solve material or process challenges for internal and external customers. You will provide critical feedback regarding the appropriateness of a test, issues with how a test or process is to be performed, and the results of that test or process. This is a hands-on position performed primarily in a laboratory or pilot plant setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform testing and experimentation under the direction of an engineer
- Document work and help to interpret outcomes to the research group
- Set up and make powder mixes
- Operate experimental electric furnaces
- Remove and process the furnaced product
- Submit furnace samples for analysis
- Design and/or perform tests, where appropriate, and learn to understand, interpret, and communicate the results
- Conduct material handling tasks that involve operating a lift truck and other handling equipment
Requirements
- Possess an associate’s degree in a technical curriculum: (engineering science; chemistry; mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering focus; or commensurate experience)
- Good hands-on mechanical aptitude
- Be able to work independently on and prioritize work to achieve goals
- Have attention to detail and be able to accurately document records of tests performed
- Have some familiarity with Excel, Word, and other Microsoft products
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Have a “safety first” mindset
- Be a US Citizen
Qualifications
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Opportunities for career development
Benefits
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Opportunities for career development
Schedule
Full-time, salaried
Pay
$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Contact
To apply, visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you're the candidate we're looking for.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.