Associate Research & Development Technician

nVent; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Job summary

nVent is seeking an Associate R&D Lab Technician in Anoka, MN to support prototype and pre-production testing under engineers. The role involves working hands-on in an R&D lab with enclosures, cooling, and HDLC product areas, and to document results with clear reports.

You will be setting up test rigs, collaborating with engineers, and contributing to NPI activities while maintaining lab organization and calibration.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training in electrical, electronics, HVAC, refrigeration, or related field
• 2 years of experience in engineering, R&D, or test lab acceptable
• Ability to document test results with clear technical reports using MS Office
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/sit for extended periods
• EPA 608 certification required or willing to acquire within 3 months of start date

Responsibilities

• Set up and complete prototype, pre-production, and agency testing in nVent’s R&D lab across enclosures, cooling, and HDLC product areas
• Partner with engineers to understand test intent, adapt test setups, and support evolving plans
• Build, modify, and operate test fixtures, lab equipment, and prototypes for development and validation testing
• Collect accurate results, record measurements, and prepare clear technical reports with supporting data
• Identify, analyze, and address test setup issues and product behavior
• Support lab organization, equipment calibration, and continuous improvement to increase efficiency
• Contribute to design and NPI activities by providing hands-on lab/testing support

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical proficiency

Test lab experience

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technical training in electrical/electronics/HVAC/refrigeration

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Voltage meters

Pressure gauges

Data logging software

Job description

Associate R&D Lab Technician page is loaded## Associate R&D Lab Technicianremote type: On-sitelocations: Anoka, MN, UStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R20953We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.If you enjoy hands‐on lab work and like being trusted to think, adapt, and solve problems, this role is for you. As an Associate R&D Lab Technician, you’ll support prototype and pre‐production testing while interacting directly with engineers on new and evolving product builds. This is an opportunity to grow your technical skills in a fast‐paced R&D lab supporting advanced data center cooling and enclosure solutions.**\*\* This is an hourly position and you will work on-site 5 days/week in Anoka, MN. Core hours are from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. \*\*****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).**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:**$20.38 - $37.84 Per HourDepending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.**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 .* Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work + We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide + Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money* Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: + Innovative & adaptable + Dedicated to absolute integrity + Focused on the customer first + Respectful and team oriented + Optimistic and energizing + Accountable for performance* Benefits to support the lives of our employees**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.#LI-Onsite #LI-JM2