R&D Hardware Test Technician role in Durham, NC, supporting the development, testing, and improvement of pharmacy automation devices. Focuses on verification/validation testing, prototype fabrication, and test system maintenance in an R&D environment. 1 opening. 1st shift (9:00 AM- 5:00 PM). No drug screening required.
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- Configure machines and subsystems to meet testing requirements
- Assist engineers in creating Product Qualification Plans (PQPs)
- Perform product and subsystem testing as defined in PQPs
- Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to support engineering decisions
- Run software installation managers for factory/field deployment
- Document test results in clear, formal test reports
- Fabricate prototypes and test systems; build PCB assemblies and wiring harnesses
- Perform failure analysis on parts, assemblies, and systems
- Support engineers with troubleshooting and debugging electro-mechanical systems
- Use machine tools to fabricate prototype parts under engineering direction
- Maintain test system inventory to match service fleet configurations
- Keep test labs safe, organized, and ready for use (support 5S environment)
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- 5 years of related industry, equipment, or reliability lab experience
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- Routine physical, chemical, and mechanical testing
- Hardware/software troubleshooting in prototype systems
- Reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
- Test documentation
- Electro-mechanical assembly debugging and repair
- Mechanical CAD tools (SolidWorks, CREO, ProE) - a plus
- Electrical soldering (cables and PCB assemblies) - preferred
- LabVIEW familiarity - a plus
- Minitab or other statistical software - a plus
- Advanced Excel skills - a plus
- Safe pallet jack operation