Research And Development Technician

Intellectt Inc; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectt Inc. in Plymouth, MN seeks a detail-oriented Lab Technician / Engineering Technician to perform mechanical, electrical, and visual tests on medical devices and support R&D and testing environments.

You will maintain meticulous records and work closely with engineering teams to ensure product quality and reliability, with 85% lab execution and 15% documentation, on-site. Prior testing experience and strong math skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree plus 4+ years in relevant field.
• High school diploma plus 6+ years relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1–2 years experience in testing.
• Experience in medical device testing preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD, and visual tests on medical devices.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Communicate test results and data trends with engineers.
• Adhere to safety protocols and use PPE consistently.
• Utilize lab tools including calipers, MTS, multimeters, digital thermometers, force gauges, Cognex vision systems, LabVIEW.
• Analyze verbal or statistical data to prepare reports for engineering staff.
• Maintain ~85% lab execution and 15% documentation time, on-site.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

Microsoft Office

Technical documentation

Education

Associate Degree + 4+ years

High School Diploma + 6+ years

Bachelor’s Degree + 1–2 years

Tools

Calipers

MTS test systems

Multimeters

Digital thermometers

Force gauges

Cognex vision systems

LabVIEW

Job description

Location: Plymouth, MN

Position Type: Temp-to-Hire (Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible at 1.5x)

Work Schedule: 1st Shift (~8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; flexible start between 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on Lab Technician / Engineering Technician to join our team. In this role, you will perform mechanical, electrical, and visual testing on medical devices, support R&D and testing environments, maintain meticulous technical records, and work directly with engineering teams to ensure product quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical, conditioning, length, OD (outer diameter), and visual tests on medical devices.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Communicate clearly with engineers regarding test results, observations, and data trends.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols and consistently use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Utilize specialized lab tools and equipment, including calipers, MTS test systems, multimeters, digital thermometers, force gauges, Cognex vision systems, LabVIEW, and standard hand tools.
• Analyze verbal or statistical data to prepare reports and studies for use by engineering and scientific staff across various project areas.
• Maintain a productive work balance of approximately 85% lab execution time and 15% desk/documentation time (100% on-site).

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Associate Degree + 4+ years of recent experience OR
• High School Diploma + 6+ years of relevant experience OR
• Bachelor’s Degree + 1–2 years of experience (1–4 years required total depending on background).
• Note: Candidates with a BS in Engineering or a Master’s degree are considered overqualified for this specific long-term technical track.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage time, prioritize daily tasks, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with medical device testing, product assembly, or R&D testing environments is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience drafting technical documents, test records, or procedures is beneficial.
• Demonstrated history of reliable, long-term work performance and career progression in testing, mechanical, or assembly roles.