R&D Hardware Test Technician — 12-Month Contract (Durham)

MillenniumSoft Inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 114,341,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Devices Company is seeking an R&D Hardware Test Technician to support the development, testing, and improvement of pharmacy automation devices in an hands-on, 5S environment. The role focuses on verification, prototype fabrication, test system maintenance, and engineering support within an R&D setting.

Responsibilities include configuring test systems, PQP support, data collection and reporting, PCB assembly, and debugging electro-mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in engineering, electronics, physics, mechanical technology, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Five years of related industry, equipment, or reliability lab experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use mechanical tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Configure machines and subsystems to match testing requirements.
• Assist engineers in creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs).
• Perform product and subsystem testing as defined in PQPs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to support engineering decisions.
• Run software installation managers to support reliable deployment to factory and field environments.
• Document test results in clear, complete formal test reports.
• Fabricate prototypes and test systems.
• Build printed circuit board assemblies and wiring harnesses as needed.
• Perform failure analysis on parts, assemblies, and systems.
• Support engineers with troubleshooting and debugging electro-mechanical systems.
• Use machine tools to fabricate prototype parts and assemblies under engineering direction.
• Maintain test system inventory to ensure hardware and software configurations match those used in the service fleet.
• Share reasonability for keeping test labs safe, organized, and ready for use.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Soldering (PCB cables)

CAD basics

Excel

LabVIEW familiarity

MiniTab familiarity

5S

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year technical degree in engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MiniTab

LabVIEW

CAD software

Soldering equipment

Test instruments

Job description

Medical Devices Company is seeking an R&D Hardware Test Technician to support the development, testing, and improvement of pharmacy automation devices in an hands-on, 5S environment. The role focuses on verification, prototype fabrication, test system maintenance, and engineering support within an R&D setting.

Responsibilities include configuring test systems, PQP support, data collection and reporting, PCB assembly, and debugging electro-mechanical systems.