Hardware R&D Technician — Prototyping & Testing (Onsite)

Experis; Little Canada (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking a Hardware R&D Technician for a 12-month, onsite role in St. Paul, MN. Typical shift is 8am–5pm.

Responsibilities include prototyping, PCA level rework down to 0402 size components, and cable build/rework of moderate density connectors. The candidate will lead prototyping efforts, troubleshoot issues, and perform high-level testing with minimal supervision. Must read engineering drawings, understand tolerances, and have experience with PCB layout and Altium.

Qualifications

• Experience prototyping and building hardware.
• Able to troubleshoot complex issues and perform analysis.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret tolerances.
• PCB layout/ component design with Altium preferred.
• Proven leadership or lead-role experience in lab settings.

Responsibilities

• Prototype development and PCA level rework down to 0402 components.
• Cable build and rework of moderate density connectors.
• Lead and train others with minimal oversight on selected prototyping tasks.
• Troubleshoot issues and conduct high-complexity testing.
• Coordinate testing activities and document results.
• Develop tests and fixtures; execute TM, IQ protocols and reports.
• Maintain equipment; manage calibration and anticipate lab needs.
• Support compliance testing setup for safety and EMC standards.
• Update documentation and revisions in Windchill; manage part releases.

Skills

Prototyping

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Reading engineering drawings

Leadership

Tools

Windchill

Altium

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Experis is seeking a Hardware R&D Technician for a 12-month, onsite role in St. Paul, MN. Typical shift is 8am–5pm.

Responsibilities include prototyping, PCA level rework down to 0402 size components, and cable build/rework of moderate density connectors. The candidate will lead prototyping efforts, troubleshoot issues, and perform high-level testing with minimal supervision. Must read engineering drawings, understand tolerances, and have experience with PCB layout and Altium.