R&D Technician II – Lab Testing

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Robinsonville (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long‑term disability

Work‑Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking an R&D Technician II to provide hands-on technical and laboratory support for medical device product development and sustaining activities.

You will work cross-functionally with R&D Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to execute test methods for design verification, validation, and product stability, and you will manage routine laboratory assignments ensuring GDP-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on R&D laboratory support experience preferred.
• Experience in mechanical or physical-property testing preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional requirements.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protocol Execution: Perform laboratory testing and product evaluations on prototypes, components and finished devices according to approved test methods.
• Sample & Equipment Preparation: Prepare test samples, design fixtures, and set up instrumentation to support V&V and investigations.
• Documentation & Compliance: Document test conditions, raw data, calculations, and deviations following GDP.
• Equipment & Lab Maintenance: Operate, maintain, calibrate, and qualify lab equipment; ensure safety and readiness.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Communicate testing status and results to engineering teams and manage multiple priorities.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Dimensional analysis

GDP compliance

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Engineering drawings

Cross-functional communication

Education

Associate degree or two-year technical degree in engineering technology or related discipline

Tools

Instron

Job description

Job Summary

The R&D Technician II provides hands‑on technical and laboratory support for medical device product development and sustaining activities. Working cross‑functionally with R&D Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing, this role executes established test methods to support design verification, design validation, and product stability activities. The Technician II operates and maintains laboratory equipment, ensures test results are accurately documented and traceable under Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and independently manages routine laboratory assignments.

Responsibilities

• Protocol Execution: Perform laboratory testing and product evaluations (including dimensional, physical‑property, and mechanical testing) on prototypes, components, and finished devices in accordance with approved protocols, test methods, and engineering direction.
• Sample & Equipment Preparation: Prepare test samples, design and assemble test fixtures, and set up laboratory instrumentation to support product development, design verification/validation (V&V), and product investigations.
• Documentation & Compliance: Accurately document all test conditions, raw data, calculations, deviations, and equipment issues in approved systems, adhering strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Equipment & Lab Maintenance: Operate, maintain, and assist with the calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure safety, compliance, and general laboratory readiness.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Communicate testing status and results effectively to engineering teams, manage multiple assigned priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory methods, fixtures, and processes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience preferred
• Associate degree or two‑year technical degree in engineering technology, mechanical technology, laboratory science, or a related technical discipline is desired.
• Previous experience in an R&D, medical‑device, quality, or laboratory testing environment preferred.
• Experience performing mechanical or physical‑property testing preferred.
• Experience with universal testing equipment such as Instron or similar systems preferred.
• Experience developing, setting up, or improving laboratory test setups and custom fixtures preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and dimensional requirements preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures, test methods, protocols, drawings, and specifications while safely complying with all quality and safety requirements.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis or software such as Minitab preferred.
• Core computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Anticipated hourly range:$25.60 - $36.80

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long‑term disability coverage
• Work‑Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close:11/8/26

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back‑to‑work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.