R&D Technician: Prototyping, Lab Testing & Field Support

Blacklidge; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Blacklidge is seeking a Research & Development Technician to join the Operations Department. This role performs laboratory testing, analyzes data, and supports product development and field demonstrations.

The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, detail orientation, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams while maintaining rigorous records and safety standards.

Qualifications

• College education preferred; relevant technical or industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Previous experience as a research technician or in a comparable technical, laboratory, engineering, manufacturing, or testing role preferred.
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing methods, scientific research practices, technical equipment, and data collection procedures.
• Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and accurately document technical data.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with common hand and power tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel to or work in field environments and assist with equipment demonstrations, testing, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Familiarity with quality control processes, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry standards preferred.
• Proficiency with computer software used for data analysis, documentation, reporting, and technical recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments, tests, and evaluations in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Accurately collect, document, analyze, and interpret test data and observations.
• Support the development, evaluation, modification, and improvement of products, materials, prototypes, and technologies.
• Collaborate with research, engineering, operations, quality, and other cross-functional teams to support development projects and technical objectives.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of test procedures, observations, results, and technical activities.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure reliable performance.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve laboratory, equipment, and technical issues; escalation complex issues when appropriate.
• Assemble, modify, adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment, components, and prototype systems.
• Use common hand and power tools and perform basic mechanical tasks safely and effectively.
• Assist with field demonstrations, including equipment and material preparation, setup, operation, testing, documentation, and hands-on technical support.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and professional laboratory and work environment.
• Remain current on relevant industry practices, technical developments, research methods, and testing techniques

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Lab testing

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Multiple priorities

Field travel

Problem solving

Quality control

Education

College education preferred

Job description

Blacklidge is seeking a Research & Development Technician to join the Operations Department. This role performs laboratory testing, analyzes data, and supports product development and field demonstrations.

The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, detail orientation, and the ability to collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams while maintaining rigorous records and safety standards.