Research Assistant (1152513)

The Judge Group; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Research Associate for a 6+ month contract at our Norwood, MA site. You will support laboratory testing and research projects focused on fire suppression, fire detection, water spray characterization, and explosion protection.

You will work closely with senior scientists to conduct experiments and maintain laboratory equipment. Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field with 3+ years of hands-on

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, plus 3+ years of relevant laboratory, fabrication, machining, or instrumentation experience.
• Equivalent hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to design, fabricate, and modify experimental setups.
• Understanding of combustion, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics principles.
• Experience with instrumentation, diagnostics, and laboratory testing equipment.
• Familiarity with machine shop tools and fabrication equipment.
• Proficiency with LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar technical software.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions in a laboratory or testing environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and collect accurate test data.
• Design, build, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot test equipment, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Assist with planning, setup, and execution of research experiments.
• Develop test procedures and recommend equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Manage assigned laboratory projects and maintain safe operating conditions.
• Analyze and document experimental results.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

MATLAB

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Norwood (CDP), MA

Salary: $45.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly

Title: Research Associate

Type: Contract - 6+ months

Location: Norwood, MA - Onsite

Support laboratory testing and research projects focused on fire suppression, fire detection, water spray characterization, and explosion protection. This hands-on role works closely with senior scientists to conduct experiments, maintain laboratory equipment, and support product and technology development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and collect accurate test data.
• Design, build, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot test equipment, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Assist with planning, setup, and execution of research experiments.
• Develop test procedures and recommend equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Manage assigned laboratory projects and maintain safe operating conditions.
• Analyze and document experimental results.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, plus 3+ years of relevant laboratory, fabrication, machining, or instrumentation experience.
• Equivalent hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to design, fabricate, and modify experimental setups.
• Understanding of combustion, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics principles.
• Experience with instrumentation, diagnostics, and laboratory testing equipment.
• Familiarity with machine shop tools and fabrication equipment.
• Proficiency with LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar technical software.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.
• Strong communication, teamwork, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative solutions in a laboratory or testing environment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.