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Research & Development Technician

Trillium is seeking a talented R&D Technician for an exciting direct-hire opportunity in Wilmington!

Join our innovative Engineering Department to develop and test specialized, precision-built equipment manufactured entirely on-site.

Primary responsibilities include partnering with New Product Development and Sustaining Engineering teams on electro-mechanical testing, verification/validation, and professional reporting. As the R&D Technician, you’ll work closely with project teams to create durable products through rigorous testing—all while operating independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:
-Execute V&V testing (physical, electrical, functional) and maintain a safe, organized lab.
-Develop test plans, analyze complex data, and produce compliant reports.
-Troubleshoot/repair equipment, design fixtures, and innovate test methods for prototypes and products.
-Coordinate with contract labs and cross-functional teams to meet standards/certifications.
-Interpret drawings/standards and communicate results effectively.
-Work in a dynamic shop environment with PPE; handle manual tasks (lift 50-100 lbs).

Schedule is 1st Shift: 6AM–2:30PM, Mon–Fri. Annual salary is $60K–$90K DOE plus a 10% incentive.

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-Proficient in MS Office, CAD (mechanical/electrical); -SolidWorks/Altium a plus.
-Hands-on with electro-mechanical systems, PLCs, tools, machining.
-Mechatronics lab/machining experience highly desirable.
-Shop/lab comfort with proven testing success.
-Understanding of assemblies, controls, instrumentation, safety-critical equipment.
-Analyze engineering drawings, journals, regulations; write documentation and present effectively.
-Apply geometry, trig, stats to practical problems.
-Solve issues with limited standardization; interpret diverse instructions.
-QMS and OSHA training provided.
-Associate’s in Mechanical Engineering Tech, Mechatronics, or equivalent.
-2+ years experience (or combination considered).
 

Trillium Staffing has been recruiting and hiring CNC talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trillium’s offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.

 

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