Research and Development (R&D) Technician

Master Flo Valve Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match program

Profit sharing program

Dental care

Vision care

Extended health care

Job summary

Master Flo Valve Inc. is seeking a full-time permanent Research and Development (R&D) Technician to work in Edmonton, AB.

The role conducts tests and inspections to support the development of new and existing products, ensuring accuracy, safety, and cost effectiveness. Responsibilities include completing test procedures, recording data, assembling and testing equipment, troubleshooting, maintaining tools, and ensuring a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Engineering diploma or equivalent experience.
• Practical assembly experience (valves/chokes asset).
• Practical test equipment experience asset.
• Oil and gas industry experience asset.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and LabVIEW asset.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests and inspections per procedures.
• Records and presents data for engineering analysis.
• Assembles and tests Master Flo products/test fixtures/equipment.
• Troubleshoots products and fixtures as required.
• Maintains all R&D equipment.
• Keeps the R&D area clean and organized.
• Provides input on design, assembly and productivity of products and fixtures.
• Performs all operations with safety in mind.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Documentation

Education

Engineering diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

LabVIEW

Job description

Research and Development (R&D) Technician

Job Category: Skilled Labour

Requisition Number: RESEA003745

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Edmonton, AB T6B 2H5, CAN

Description

Master Flo Valve Inc. is currently seeking a full-time permanent Research and Development (R&D) Technician to work in Edmonton, AB.

The R&D Technician conducts tests and inspections that support the development of new and existing products. This role ensures Master Flo products are tested accurately and to the highest standards for component integrity, cost effectiveness, and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Completes test procedures, ensuring testing is performed in a logical, accurate, and systematic manner
• Records and presents data collected during testing to allow engineering analysis
• Completes assembly and testing of any Master Flo product / test fixture / test equipment as required
• Performs troubleshooting of any Master Flo product / test fixture / test equipment when required
• Performs maintenance on all research and development equipment
• Ensures the research and development area is clean and organized
• Provides input on design, assembly, and productivity of products, fixtures, and techniques
• Conducts all operations with safety in mind
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a recognized technical institute with an engineering diploma or sufficient experience portraying assembly, testing or mechanical ability to perform the required responsibilities
• Practical assembly experience (valves/chokes is an asset)
• Practical test equipment experience is an asset
• Oil and gas industry experience is an asset
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and LabVEIW an asset
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and
• Commitment to workplace health and safety

Work Conditions:

• Day shift: Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day. Option for overtime.
• Work is performed indoors.

What Master Flo offers YOU:

• Competitive compensation package, including a RRSP match program, profit sharing program, dental care, vision care, and extended health care
• Job security: have peace of mind working for a stable company that has been in business for over 45 years!
• The chance to work for a global leader while enjoying the benefits of a privately-owned business
• A team-first positive working environment where ingenuity and entrepreneurial thinking are rewarded with career advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to play a key role in helping the world's leading energy producers meet their most challenging flow management requirements

Master Flo Valve Inc. is the technological leader and world-class manufacturer of surface and subsea chokes, specialty control valves, and supporting actuation. Our head office is in Edmonton, Alberta, and houses our Engineering, Manufacturing, Research & Development teams, Aftermarket support group and facilities.

At Master Flo Valve we do not use AI in our screening process. Our team personally reviews each application to ensure a fair and individualized assessment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted. #MFV #HP