R&D Technician
Hendrickson

North Canton, Ohio

Posted in Transport and Rail


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Job Info


Position Purpose:
Assist with the configuration, setup, and execution of tests and design evaluations at the Controls Business Unit facility for both new and existing products.

Essential Functions:

  • Setup validation tests on pneumatic, electronic, and electro-pneumatic components and systems. Build up test specimens, configure pneumatic and electrical/electronic IOs, connect and configure instrumentation, and setup test control equipment (PLCs, timers, relays, cycle boxes)
  • Conduct testing on components and systems stated above. Perform pre- and post-test inspection of components. Monitor test performance and troubleshoot any issues that occur. Track and communicate test progress to engineering and project teams.
  • Maintain technical logs to capture any data generated during testing. Assist with data analysis during and after test.
  • Participate in creation of DFMEAs and DVPs.
  • Conduct component inspections to troubleshoot production issues and field failures. Report results to engineering or QA.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on test equipment and fixtures.
  • Fabricate test fixtures and provide pneumatic plumbing and assembly expertise.

Education and Training
  • Minimum High School Diploma
  • 2 or 4 year technical degree is a plus
Minimum Qualifications
  • Basic computer skills required - Microsoft Excel, Word, Windows navigation and searches
  • Strong mathematical aptitude - ability to quickly calculate cycle counts based upon run time and test frequency
  • Strong mechanical aptitude - ability to use hand tools to assemble and disassemble components and test fixtures.
  • Ability to read technical drawings
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
  • Prototype building experience a plus
  • Experience with electrical control system and basic circuit understanding preferred
  • Familiarity with pneumatics and electrical is desired
Physical Demands
  • Some light lifting, mixture of standing and sitting.

Environmental Conditions
  • Office and R&D lab environment

Behavioral Traits
  • Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with others
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong integrity
  • Well organized
  • Thorough and conscientious about his/her work


* This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion. Hendrickson is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Hendrickson is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice.
Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran .


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