R&D Lab Technician — Lead Research & Testing

Insight Global; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Louisville, KY is seeking a candidate pursuing or recently completing a degree in engineering or a science-related field to join our R&D team.

You will lead and support special projects, develop research plans, prepare and evaluate new products, and collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing to drive impact.

Apply strong analytical skills, Excel data analysis, and effective communication while adapting to lab and pilot plant environments.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completing a degree in Engineering or a Science-related discipline.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with data organization and analysis using Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support R&D special projects with direct business impact
• Develop research plans and present findings and recommendations
• Prepare, develop, package, and evaluate new and existing products
• Assist scientists and engineers with laboratory and pilot plant testing
• Analyze and summarize research data
• Participate in manufacturing visits, supplier meetings, and cross-functional collaboration
• Manage project timelines and proactively drive work forward with minimal supervision

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Excel & MS Office

Cross-functional teamwork

Lab environment adaptability

Education

Engineering or Science-related degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Insight Global in Louisville, KY is seeking a candidate pursuing or recently completing a degree in engineering or a science-related field to join our R&D team.

You will lead and support special projects, develop research plans, prepare and evaluate new products, and collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing to drive impact.

Apply strong analytical skills, Excel data analysis, and effective communication while adapting to lab and pilot plant environments.