Job Title: Research and Development Technician Job Description Design, construct, assemble, test, calibrate, modify, and install existing and newly developed specialized equipment and systems using blueprints, sketches, and schematics. Develop and evaluate the performance and reliability of test equipment. Determine the types and number of tests to be performed on equipment, recommend modifications to testing equipment, and analyze results. Instruct laboratory support staff in construction and modification techniques. Develop time and cost estimates, material requirements, and methodology, and order materials and supplies. May set up and operate machinery, hand and power tools, and other equipment for the fabrication, testing, and modification of instruments, equipment, components, and systems. May oversee support staff and perform additional functions incidental to research and development technicians. Responsibilities + Design, construct, assemble, test, calibrate, modify, and install specialized equipment and systems. + Use blueprints, sketches, and schematics for equipment design and construction. + Develop and evaluate the performance and reliability of test equipment. + Determine the types and number of tests to be performed on equipment. + Recommend modifications to testing equipment and analyze results. + Instruct laboratory support staff in construction and modification techniques. + Develop time and cost estimates, material requirements, and methodology. + Order materials and supplies necessary for projects. + Set up and operate machinery, hand and power tools, and other equipment for the fabrication, testing, and modification of instruments, equipment, components, and systems. + Oversee support staff and perform additional functions incidental to research and development technicians. Essential Skills + Research and development + Laboratory assembly + General labor + Biology + Tooling + Calibration + Schematic interpretation + Production + Autoclave operation Additional Skills & Qualifications + Extract and compile a range of data from written sources, individuals, or databases. + Use of standard reference works. + File labeled material using straightforward systems. + Summarize, revise, or make limited use of complex, technical, or specialized literature. + Write simple internal memoranda and fill out complex forms. + Regular, skilled use of complex machines; troubleshooting and maintaining equipment to ensure high-quality operation. + Manipulate databases effectively. + Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an associate degree; or little or no work experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. + Demonstrated knowledge and competency with electronic equipment, including computers. Work Environment Working conditions include occasional safety risks, multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines, emergencies, or time pressures. Regular sustained concentration is required, as well as considerable physical effort or a high degree of a fine finger or hand dexterity. The role may involve overtime, weekends, and travel. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New Haven,CT. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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