Hendrickson

Overview

The R&D Senior Lab Technician supports engineering by conducting tests to evaluate and validate product designs while ensuring a safe work environment. This role involves hands-on testing, prototype evaluation, data collection, and laboratory operations for commercial vehicle components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory, component, system, and vehicle testing to evaluate and validate new product designs.
• Build, install, modify, and instrument prototype components and systems on vehicles.
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain test equipment and instrumentation.
• Review and implement test methods and procedures for engineering evaluations.
• Collect and document test data and maintain accurate records of testing activities.
• Assist in identifying product improvements and investigating component failures.
• Conduct competitive product benchmarking studies.
• Coordinate testing activities to ensure timely completion of development programs.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Procure and manage laboratory materials and supplies.
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams for product development.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and implement enhancements.
• Maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced technicians.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree in a related engineering field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with a degree or 8 years’ experience in a related role.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining various test equipment.
• Experience building, modifying, installing, and instrumenting prototype components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience collecting, documenting, and analyzing test data.
• PC proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment for testing activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required safety and job-related certifications.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO