Test Engineer / R&D Prototype Engineer_ 26-04745

Published: 6/14/2022

100% Onsite at Marlborough MA
1st shift M-F
Top 3 must haves: Prototype fabrication or bioprocess mixing experience using pumps, mixers, valves, sensors, filters, tubing, and single-use bioprocess equipment
At least 3 years of hands-on experience designing, building, testing, or troubleshooting prototype equipment, laboratory systems, industrial machinery, or automation hardware.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and demonstrated ability to use common hand tools, measurement tools, and fabrication equipment safely

Contract R&D Prototype Engineer
Who We Are Looking For

A hands-on, analytical engineer with strong mechanical and prototyping skills to help turn an early-stage concept into a functional and testable prototype.
This role will work closely with R&D engineers to develop concepts, fabricate and integrate hardware and electrical components, execute structured experiments, troubleshoot issues, and document learning.
The successful candidate is comfortable making progress with limited day-to-day direction while working within approved engineering and laboratory controls.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with R&D engineers to translate prototype requirements, sketches, and concepts into practical mixer system designs and build plans.
Design, assemble, modify, and debug prototype mixer hardware, support frames, fluid paths, and test fixtures.
Integrate pumps, motors, agitators, tubing, valves, connectors, sensors, instrumentation, and basic controls into a working prototype system.
Procure and organize prototype components and fabricated parts
Execute controlled experiments to characterize product performance
Collect, organize, and analyze test data
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, controls, and process issues
Prepare prototype equipment for design reviews, internal demonstrations, and future evaluation activities

Required Qualifications

Associate or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Prototype fabrication or bioprocess mixing experience using pumps, mixers, valves, sensors, filters, tubing, and single-use bioprocess equipment
At least 3 years of hands-on experience designing, building, testing, or troubleshooting prototype equipment, laboratory systems, industrial machinery, or automation hardware.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and demonstrated ability to use common hand tools, measurement tools, and fabrication equipment safely.
Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, and collaborate effectively in a cross-functional R&D environment.

Preferred Experience

Instrumentation and data acquisition for pH, conductivity, temperature, pressure, flow, weight, speed, or similar measurements.
Basic electrical assembly, motor controls, PLC integration, automation, or programming.
Bioprocess experience with media preparation, powder handling, contamination control, or work in a regulated development environment.

\nCompany Description

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.