Prototype & Test Technician: Build & Validate New Products

Northern Tool; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Daily Pay

Merchandise discount

Paid holidays

Time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Northern Tool + Equipment in Faribault, MN is seeking a Product Development Test Technician to support new product development and continuous improvement by evaluating products, collecting performance data, and helping engineers validate designs.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and building prototypes to ensure quality, reliability, and safety across mechanical and electrical systems. This is a fast-paced innovation environment with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Associate or two-year technical degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in product testing, development, or related technical environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Perform product testing and validation for new and existing products, including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Build, assemble, troubleshoot, and evaluate product prototypes.
• Execute product qualification and reliability testing programs.
• Develop DOE testing to evaluate product performance.
• Design, build, maintain, and operate test equipment.
• Identify product issues, investigate root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data with high accuracy.
• Create clear technical reports and communicate findings to engineers and leadership teams.
• Maintain test laboratory equipment, inventory, tools, fixtures, and spare components.
• Support manufacturing and production teams with technical expertise as needed.
• Promote laboratory safety, OSHA compliance, and 5S initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Hands-on

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Associate or two-year technical degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Northern Tool + Equipment in Faribault, MN is seeking a Product Development Test Technician to support new product development and continuous improvement by evaluating products, collecting performance data, and helping engineers validate designs.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and building prototypes to ensure quality, reliability, and safety across mechanical and electrical systems. This is a fast-paced innovation environment with competitive hourly pay.