Research and Development Technician

Manpower; Cokato (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) match

Paid time off

Bonus & profit-sharing

Education assistance

Hands-on experience

Career growth

Job summary

Manpower in Cokato, MN is seeking an R&D Technician I to join a collaborative engineering team. You will perform laboratory testing of electrical products, document results, and support new product development and manufacturing.

The role offers hands-on learning across engineering, quality, and production, with opportunities to contribute to documentation, BOMs, drawings, and cross-functional projects while working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a technical degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, or Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 4+ years in manufacturing, product development, testing, or engineering support.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent technical writing and communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing of electrical products and maintain accurate testing records.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results to ensure products meet performance and reliability standards.
• Assist with new product development through testing, design input, and technical documentation.
• Support manufacturing by helping resolve technical issues and assisting with product improvements.
• Review and update engineering documentation, including BOMs, work instructions, and inspection procedures.
• Assist with technical document control and product manuals.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Support quality initiatives by maintaining quality logs and inspection documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Procurement, and Customer Service teams on development and improvement projects.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and cross-functional project teams.

Skills

Technical degree

4+ years experience

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

MS Office

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics degree

Tools

CAD software

Documentation control tools

Job description

Job Title: Research and Development Technician

Cokato, MN 55321

Location: Cokato, MN

Pay Range: $20-$32/Hour

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys testing products, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting new product development? We are seeking an R&D Technician I to join a collaborative engineering team and play a key role in product testing, validation, and manufacturing support.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a technical background who wants to contribute to innovative products while gaining exposure to engineering, quality, and production operations.

What is the Job:

• Perform laboratory testing of electrical products and maintain accurate testing records.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results to ensure products meet performance and reliability standards.
• Assist with new product development through testing, design input, and technical documentation.
• Support manufacturing by helping resolve technical issues and assisting with product improvements.
• Review and update engineering documentation, including bills of materials (BOMs), work instructions, and inspection procedures.
• Assist with technical document control and product manuals.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Support quality initiatives by maintaining quality logs and inspection documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Procurement, and Customer Service teams on development and improvement projects.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and cross-functional project teams.

What is Needed:

• Technical degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field; or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 4+ years of manufacturing, product development, testing, or engineering support experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory, testing, or validation environment.
• Exposure to product development processes.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Basic CAD experience.
• Experience with documentation control, quality systems, or engineering change processes.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical products and systems.

What's In It For You?

• Direct hire opportunity with a growing organization
• Competitive pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday payBonus and profit-sharing opportunities
• Education assistance and professional development opportunities
• Hands-on experience supporting products from development through production
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for long-term career growth