Job Details
Posted 15 July, 2026
Job Id: 629093
Test Technician II
Job Description
We are currently looking for a contract Test Technician to join the Therapy Delivery Systems Test Development team in Rice Creek Minnesota. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated technician to work on-site collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of engineers and technicians serving Neuromodulation and Pelvic Health Gastric Therapies.
This position is in the Neuroscience Portfolio group working to execute test plans and other laboratory work in support mechanical and electrical testing of leads, catheters, and other therapy delivery products for Deep Brain Stimulation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Sacral Neural Stimulation, and Targeted Drug Delivery.
A Day in the Life
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Support project testing activities conducting mechanical, electrical and/or fatigue tests to ensure product conformance to specifications
- Accurately report test data in prescribed format and clearly communicate test results to engineering team
- Support validation activities by executing test method validation, equipment qualification and equipment software validation studies in collaboration with test engineers
- Assist in the development and documentation of test methods in collaboration with test engineers
- Fabricate provided designs or select suitable equipment and tooling/fixtures for desired test methods
- Identify and evaluate improvement opportunities that are inherent in the test process or lab operations and execute their implementation
- Manage and maintain lab equipment which includes calibration and preventative maintenance
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile and on your resume.
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 2 years of technician experience
- Vocational or technical education or certification in addition to prior work experience
Nice to Have
- 2-year Associate Science Degree
- Experience in laboratory and test setting
- Workable knowledge of scientific and/or laboratory techniques
- Good verbal and written English skills
- Good troubleshooting skills
- Experience with building prototype mechanical fixtures
- Solid mechanical and/or electrical technical skills
- Ability to work under limited supervision and follow general direction for work
- Ability to build and test mechanical components, electrical circuits, and assemblies
- Ability to perform tests requiring some judgment in determining work methods and interpreting test results.
- Ability to document clear and accurate test results.
- Attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Instron or MTS test machines
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Instron Bluehill or MTS/TestWorks
- Experience with Microscope and X-Ray equipment
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others
- Demonstrated ability to manage time efficiently
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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