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Engineering/Material Science Technician-December 2024
Minneapolis
Dec 6, 2025
About Engineering/Material Science Technician

  To be considered, please apply and send resume directly to [email protected].

  Description:

  Responsible for operating test benches in R&D engineering lab. Responsibilities can include test, troubleshooting test apparatus, connecting filters to a bench, replacing pumps, replacing seals, starting tests, documenting results. Some of the tests are structural, integrity, end of life, and efficiency tests. You will oversee the mechanical upkeep and calibration of these tests.

  Participate in the development of new technology, new products or modifications to existing products to meet technical requirements within time and cost constraints.

  Consult with the test requestor and/or lab manager to determine appropriate testing methods and understand desired outcomes for standard products.

  Set – up and conduct performance tests, without supervision, using established standardized formats and procedures in order to identify performance ratings.

  May adapt procedures, process, tools equipment and techniques to meet the more complex testing requirements with the help and supervision of others.

  Prepare accurate test data for interpretation and analysis.

  Appropriately identify test equipment issues and communicate them to higher level technicians or supervisors.

  Operate and maintain lab equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency of testing.

  Assist with equipment calibration and perform basic test bench maintenance under supervision.

  Keep lab manager informed of testing activity/challenges on an ongoing basis.

  Performs operational lab duties as apparent or as assigned.

  Effectively meet established deadlines.

  Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

  Skills:

  R&d, Mechanical testing, Mechanical aptitude, Troubleshooting, testing, Engineering, automotive manufacturing, hydraulics, Hydraulic assembly, Valves, Mechanical,

  Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in technical field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Previous experience as a technician or related field preferred

  o Working knowledge of test equipment and test standards

  • Proficient computer literacy skills (MS Office)

  • Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude

  • Demonstrated ability to understand cause & effect relationships within automated control systems

  • Fundamental understanding of measurement & control systems and calibration practices

  • Ability to readily adapt to changing priorities and take direction from supervisors and team members

  • Ability to communicate concisely and accurately to individuals and small groups. Able to adapt material for intended audiences

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy and completeness of data, reports, records, etc.

  • Good organization skills and ability to multi-task

  • Ability to recognize the importance of common goals and working with others to achieve them

  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

  Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

  About Actalent

  Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.

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