R&D Technician II

Abbott; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an R&D Technician II in Plymouth, MN for a 12-month, 100% on-site assignment. The role focuses on testing and evaluation of medical devices in a lab, including mechanical/electrical checks and documentation, with an 85% lab workload and 15% desk work.

The candidate will support engineering teams by executing test protocols, documenting results, and communicating observations in a structured, GDP-compliant environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of relevant experience or post-secondary education is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience maintaining accurate documentation and records.
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual testing on medical devices.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions and test procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation using Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Analyze test data and assist in preparing reports and studies for engineering teams.
• Communicate test results, observations, and findings clearly with engineers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Documentation

Education

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

MTS

Multimeters

Digital thermometers

Force gauges

Cognex

LabVIEW

Job description

Job Summary

Perform testing and evaluation of medical devices in a laboratory environment, including mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual testing. Support engineering teams by executing test protocols, documenting results, and communicating observations. This is a 100% on-site, temp-to-hire position with approximately 85% lab work and 15% desk work.

Title

R&D Technician II

Location

Plymouth, MN

Duration

12 Month

100% On-Site

Job Summary

Perform testing and evaluation of medical devices in a laboratory environment, including mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual testing. Support engineering teams by executing test protocols, documenting results, and communicating observations. This is a 100% on-site, temp-to-hire position with approximately 85% lab work and 15% desk work.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual testing on medical devices.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions and test procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation using Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Analyze test data and assist in preparing reports and studies for engineering and scientific teams.
• Communicate test results, observations, and findings clearly with engineers.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Operate laboratory tools and equipment including calipers, MTS, multimeters, digital thermometers, force gauges, Cognex, LabView, and hand tools.
• Perform qualitative and/or quantitative laboratory methods as required.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of relevant experience or post-secondary education.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience maintaining accurate documentation and records.
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and commitment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA) or other post-secondary education.
• Experience with medical device testing or product assembly.
• Experience in an R&D, laboratory, or product testing environment.
• Experience drafting or maintaining technical documentation.
• Career progression or transferable skills related to testing, assembly, manufacturing, or mechanical work.
• Demonstrated interest in long-term growth within a medical device testing environment.
• Examples of relevant backgrounds include medical device assembly, mechanical technician, mechanic, or R&D engineering technician experience.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.