Associate R&D Engineering Lab Technician

Hoffman Enclosures, Inc.; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent’s Minneapolis-area R&D lab seeks an electronics lab technician to set up prototype and pre-production testing across enclosures, cooling, and HDLC areas. You’ll build and modify fixtures, collect data, and report results with clear observations.

You’ll collaborate with engineers to adapt test setups, document findings, and support design, value engineering, and NPI activities. Requires an associate degree or 2 years in engineering/R&D, with lab tool proficiency and EPA 608 certification or

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training in electrical, electronics, HVAC, refrigeration, or a related field OR 2 years of experience in engineering, R&D, or test lab.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical proficiency with the ability to diagnose and resolve test setups, instrumentation, equipment, and product behavior beyond procedures.
• Ability to document and communicate test results through technical reports, data collection, and test documentation using standard tools (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Comfortable using common lab instrumentation and measurement equipment and software for data logging or test station operation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and complete prototype, pre-production, and agency testing in the R&D lab.
• Build, modify, and operate test fixtures, lab equipment, and prototypes.
• Collect accurate test results and prepare organized technical reports with observations and supporting data.
• Identify and address test setup and equipment issues and analyze product behavior.
• Support lab organization, calibration, and continuous improvement to increase throughput.
• Contribute to design, value engineering, and NPI activities with hands-on lab support.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical proficiency

Documentation/reporting

Lab instrumentation

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronics/HVAC/refrigeration or related field

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pressure gauges

Voltage meters

Job description

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

Set up and complete prototype, pre-production, and agency testing in nVent’s R&D lab across enclosures, cooling, and high-density liquid cooling (HDLC) product areas. Partner closely with engineers to understand test intent, adapt test setups, and support evolving test plans and procedures. Build, modify, and operate test fixtures, lab equipment, and prototypes to support new product development and validation testing. Collect accurate test results, record measurements and observations, and prepare clear, well‑organized technical reports with observations and supporting data. Identify, analyze, and address test setups, equipment issues, and product behavior—applying mechanical, electrical, and controls knowledge. Support lab organization, equipment calibration, and continuous improvement efforts to increase lab efficiency and throughput. Contribute to design, value engineering, and new product introduction (NPI) activities by providing hands‑on lab and testing support.

YOU HAVE:

Associate degree or equivalent technical training in electrical, electronics, HVAC, refrigeration, or a related field OR 2 years of experience working in an engineering, R&D, or test lab required. Strong mechanical and/or electrical proficiency, with the ability to independently diagnose and resolve test setup, instrumentation, equipment, and product behavior beyond provided procedures. Ability to document and communicate test results through clear, accurate technical reports, data collection, and test documentation using standard computer tools (e.g., Microsoft Office). Comfortable using common lab instrumentation and measurement equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, pressure/force gauges, voltage meters) and software for data logging or test station operation. Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs. and stand or sit for extended periods during testing activities. EPA 608 certification required, or willingness to acquire within 3 months of start date (company paid).

WE HAVE:

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $20.40 - $37.80 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well‑being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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