Principal Test Engineering Technician

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Principal Test Engineering Technician to join our Global Life Sciences client in Marlborough, MA. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility for extensions and/or conversion to full-time permanent.

Pay: $50.00 - $58.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

Description:
The top 3 must-have skills or qualities in a candidate:

1. Hands-on experience building and testing prototypes.
2. Assemble and troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment (pumps, valves, wiring 4-20mA sensors, data collection)
3. Work independently with minimal guidance to solve abstract problems

Who We Are Looking For:
A hands-on and analytical R&D Technician with a background in chemical/mechanical/electrical R&D and engineering to support the early prototyping of our next-generation bioprocess equipment. You will play a critical role in building prototypes to characterize performance and executing experiments that feed directly into our R&D strategies. Your work will help uncover the insights necessary to refine our processes and iterate to solve complex problems. Must be comfortable making progress with minimal guidance

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently build conceptual prototypes with multidisciplinary equipment
  • Electro-mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to write code a plus
• Support R&D engineers by running controlled experiments, gathering data, and reporting outcomes with scientific rigor
• Log and interpret data in collaboration with engineers to inform process development and optimization
• Prepare prototypes for internal and/or external customer evaluation and to ensure robustness
• Conduct process monitoring activities, equipment capability & production trouble-shooting, identifying, communicating, and implementing viable solutions
• Set-up, operates, troubleshoots, and maintains R&D equipment
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation and consistent performance
• Support safety and cleanliness in the lab by adhering to safety protocols and lab housekeeping standards

Qualifications:

• Associate s degree or B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Materials Science, or related field
• At Least 7 years of experience in a research or analytical laboratory setting (industry or academic)
• Strong understanding of analytical principles and materials characterization techniques
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in data recording and sample management
• Comfortable working independently and in cross-functional R&D teams
• Passion for innovation and contributing to groundbreaking research
• Machining experience a plus

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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