Sr. R&D Technician (Hands-on Experience With Test Equipment)

Location: San Jose, CA • Duration: 6+ months • Employment Type: Contract on W2 (US Citizens or Green-Card holders only)

About the Role

The Sr. R&D Technician assists engineers and engineering teams with product development projects and routine technical problem-solving. You will work closely with supervisors, project leaders, and the Systems Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of tasks.
• Build or assemble prototype materials, components, subassemblies, and assemblies.
• Ensure work is carried out efficiently and safely, following standard practices.
• Gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data (e.g., lab results, design changes).
• Prepare reports and summaries, including quantitative analysis.
• Scope equipment for use and complete qualifications.
• Notify manager of factors that may impact projects or experimental setups.
• Develop prototype processes and test setups.
• Support characterization and testing of prototype and pilot systems.
• Produce engineering documents, reports, and drawings (e.g., flow charts, block diagrams, schematics).
• Work from schematics, engineering drawings, and written/verbal instructions.
• Perform duties in electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, chemical, or optical areas.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with test equipment (required).
• Familiarity with electronics prototyping, including reading schematics, soldering, and rework.
• Experience using basic mechanical tools.
• Basic knowledge of data acquisition.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel (required).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills (required).
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Physically able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Proficiency in English.
• Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent professional experience, with 5+ years in an R&D environment.

Schedule

8 AM – 4 PM, onsite 3 days per week.