Product Development Technician

The Timken Company; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Timken Company in North Canton, OH, seeks a Laboratory/Test Technician to support our mechanical test lab. You will set up and run product tests, build test rigs, mount bearings or seals, install shafts and lubricants, and document results for engineers and project leaders.

Strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read drawings, and proficiency with MS Excel are essential. High school diploma with some experience or an engineering technology degree qualifies you for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 0.5+ year(s) of relevant experience or an associate degree in engineering technology.
• Experience in manufacturing, mechanical test lab, product testing, machine shop or related work is preferred.
• Ability to read part and assembly drawings and use basic measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product tests to evaluate performance per instructions and procedures.
• Build testing rigs, mount bearings or seals, install shafts and lubricants.
• Document test progress, results, samples and tooling inventory.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory and suggest productivity improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings

Calipers

Hand tools

MS Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Test rigs

Laboratory equipment

Job description

What Timken makes possible begins with you.

Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world- improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

This position works closely with Bearing & Seal Test leadership to ensure that the laboratory operates efficiently and effectively supports the needs of internal and external customers, thru the setting up and conducting of product testing in a mechanical test lab.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct product tests to evaluate product performance in accordance with test instructions and procedures provided by engineers and project leaders.
• Job duties include building rigs for testing, mounting bearings or seals, installing shafts, installing proper lubricant, assembling test equipment, monitoring tests to ensure desired conditions are applied, and test tear down and inspection.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of laboratory tests progress, test results, test samples, and tooling inventory.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory.
• Develop ideas for continuous improvement of laboratory productivity.

Technical/Functional Skills Required:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and skills. The ability to read part and assembly drawings and to utilize calipers, hand tools, and other mechanical equipment is necessary.
• Ability to learn and understand bearing press fits and how test rigs go together
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Proficiency with MS Excel for making charts and graphs

Qualifications:

• Minimum: High School Diploma with at least 0.5 years of relevant experience or Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology
• Preferred: High School Diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience or Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology and 1 year relevant experience
• Relevant experience could include manufacturing, mechanical test lab, product testing, machine shop, or mechanical repair related work

Note - Position may be filled at lower level than title posted, depending on applicant qualifications.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
• A culture of top performance
• A global, diverse environment
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
• A conviction to improve communities around us
• Competitive salary and benefits

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