Senior R&D Lab Technician – Polymer & Composite Testing

Saint--gobain

Chapinville (MA)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 83,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Saint-Gobain is seeking an experienced Senior Research Technician to join our ENC team. The role provides advanced technical support for development, testing, and validation of polymer, composite, and engineered component technologies within PPS-Engineered Components.

You will partner with scientists, engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to execute experiments, develop test methods, maintain lab and pilot-scale equipment, and generate high-quality technical data to drive product

Qualifications

Associates degree in an engineering, technical, or science related field (or demonstrated equivalent) with 4-7 years’ of experience.
Hands-on experience in R&D laboratory operations, materials testing, prototype fabrication, machining, CAD design, fixture development, and maintenance/troubleshooting of laboratory and pilot-scale equipment.
Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent) for design of fixtures, tooling, and prototype components.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and engineering drawings.
Experience creating technical drawings, engineering sketches, and fabrication documentation.
Experience operating manual machine shop equipment including lathe, milling machine, drill press, band saw, and surface grinder.
Ability to fabricate and modify metal, polymer, and composite test fixtures and prototype components.
Experience with measurement and inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and CMMs preferred.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing (3D printing) and rapid prototyping techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute laboratory, tribology, mechanical, thermal, and engineered component testing programs; prepare samples, run experiments, collect and analyze data, and support product development projects.
Design, fabricate, modify, and assemble test fixtures, prototypes, tooling, and experimental hardware using CAD software, machining equipment, and workshop tools.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and improve laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance.
Analyze data, prepare technical reports, maintain laboratory records, and support documentation of project results and test methods.
Support prototype fabrication, process development, technology transfer, manufacturing trials, and customer-related technical testing requests.
Lead laboratory operational excellence activities including safety, preventive maintenance, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring junior technicians.
Preferred Skills: Familiarity with additive manufacturing (3D printing) and rapid prototyping techniques.