R&D Test Technician - Prototyping & Validation

Harmar Mobility LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

PPE & Fitness Reimbursement

Job summary

Harmar Mobility LLC is seeking an R&D Test Technician to support engineering and product development by building prototypes, performing hands-on testing, and fabricating components. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, solid electrical knowledge, and proficiency in welding and machining to translate concepts into testable hardware.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain shop equipment, and assist in design validation and production-readiness efforts.

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent required, with basic shop math.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and schematics.
• Proficient with basic welding, machining, and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced R&D shop.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and modify prototypes from engineering drawings or verbal instructions.
• Perform mechanical and electrical testing, collect data, and document results.
• Fabricate parts using manual machining equipment (mills, drill presses).
• Weld and fabricate components using MIG processes as required.
• Support root-cause analysis and improvements based on test outcomes.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

Welding (MIG)

Machining

Engineering drawings

Hand tools & measurement

Independent problem-solving

Adaptability in fast-paced R&D

Education

GED

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Machining tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Harmar Mobility LLC is seeking an R&D Test Technician to support engineering and product development by building prototypes, performing hands-on testing, and fabricating components. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, solid electrical knowledge, and proficiency in welding and machining to translate concepts into testable hardware.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain shop equipment, and assist in design validation and production-readiness efforts.