Research and Development Technician

Hotstart; Spokane (WA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 51.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Premium-free medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Educational assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Hotstart, Inc. in Spokane, WA is seeking a hands‑on R&D Testing Technician to join our Product Testing team at our headquarters.

You will work with engineers to build test setups, perform mechanical and electrical testing, troubleshoot products, analyze data, and support development and improvement of Hotstart products. Responsibilities include planning and executing tests, managing multiple projects, designing test setups and data acquisition systems, documenting test plans and reports, and

Formación

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with hands‑on problem solving.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic environment.
• Curious and self‑motivated with desire to learn new testing methods and contribute to product development.
• Previous experience with product testing, R&D, or product development preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation and data acquisition equipment preferred.
• Experience with industrial equipment, HVAC, or thermal systems preferred.
• Excel proficiency; Python experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with engineering to plan and execute mechanical and electrical product testing for new product development and improvements.
• Manage multiple testing activities and priority projects while working independently and with engineering teams.
• Design, build, and operate test setups and data acquisition systems.
• Assemble and modify prototypes, troubleshoot electro‑mechanical systems, and recommend improvements based on test results.
• Analyze and interpret test data and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Create and maintain clear test plans, test records, and final test reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve test methods, equipment, facilities, and testing capabilities.
• Participate in third‑party testing or conduct testing at customer sites.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Project management

Data analysis

Python

Communication

Educación

Associate degree in a related technical field

Herramientas

Data acquisition equipment

Test benches

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Hotstart designs and manufactures thermal management solutions for industrial equipment markets. We are seeking a hands-on, technically curious R&D Testing Technician to join our Product Testing team at our headquarters in Spokane, Washington. In this role, you’ll work with engineers to build test setups, conduct mechanical and electrical testing, troubleshoot products and equipment, analyze data, and support the development and improvement of Hotstart products.

Primary Position Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering to plan and execute mechanical and electrical product testing for
  new product development and product improvements
• Manage multiple testing activities and priority projects while working both independently and
  collaboratively with engineering teams
• Design, build, and operate unique test setups and data acquisition systems
• Assemble and modify prototypes, troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems, investigate design
  problems, and recommend improvements based on test results
• Analyze and interpret test data and clearly communicate results to stakeholders
• Create and maintain clear test plans, test records, and final test reports
• Identify opportunities to improve test methods, equipment, facilities, and testing capabilities
• Participate in third-party testing or conduct testing at customer sites

Desired Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes:

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with an interest in hands‑on problem solving
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic work environment
• Curious and self‑motivated with a desire to learn new technologies, expand technical
  expertise, investigate new testing methods, and contribute to product development and
  improvement
• Previous experience with product testing, R&D, or product development preferred
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation and data acquisition equipment preferred
• Previous experience with industrial equipment, machinery, HVAC, or thermal systems
  preferred
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data using Microsoft Excel; Python experience is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing
• Associate degree in a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hotstart, Inc. is a world‑leading manufacturer of industrial engine preheating systems and thermal management products. Established in 1942 and ISO 9001 certified, we have grown to over 250 employees in a modern manufacturing facility. The company provides a strong benefit package highlighted by premium‑free medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) with contribution matching and profit sharing, and educational assistance.

Employment Type

Employment Type Full-Time

Pay Type

Pay Type Hourly

Starting Pay

Starting Pay $27–$37 per hour

Date Posted

Date Posted October 20, 2026

Valid Through

Valid Through November 4, 2026

Location

Location Corporate & Manufacturing Headquarters
5723 E. Alki Ave., Spokane, WA 99212 USA