Principal Test Engineering Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Marlborough, MA (Job ID US3580329_BH9886912)

Description

Principal Test Engineering Technician (NO C2C OR THIRD PARTY)  

• Location: 100% onsite - Marlborough MA (01752)
• Duration: 12 month contract - estimated to end 7/31/2026 – Contract extension possibilities
• Pay: Negotiable depending on DIRECT RELATED experience
• Type: W2 ONLY contract (NO C2C OR THIRD PARTY arrangements can be made for this role)
• Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents without current or future need for H1B Transfer or Sponsorship.

 

Who We Are Looking For:

A hands-on and analytical R&D Technician with a background in chemical/mechanical/electrical R&D and engineering to support the early prototyping of our next-generation bioprocess equipment. You will play a critical role in building prototypes to characterize performance and executing experiments that feed directly into our R&D strategies. Your work will help uncover the insights necessary to refine our processes and iterate to solve complex problems. Must be comfortable making progress with minimal guidance

 

Must Have:

• Hands-on experience building and testing prototypes.
• Assemble and troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment (pumps, valves, wiring 4-20mA sensors, data collection)
• Work independently with minimal guidance to solve abstract problems

 

Key Responsibilities

• Independently build conceptual prototypes with multidisciplinary equipment
• Support R&D engineers by running controlled experiments, gathering data, and reporting outcomes with scientific rigor
• Log and interpret data in collaboration with engineers to inform process development and optimization
• Prepare prototypes for internal and/or external customer evaluation and to ensure robustness
• Conduct process monitoring activities, equipment capability & production trouble-shooting, identifying, communicating and implementing viable solutions
• Set-up, operates, troubleshoots, and maintains R&D equipment
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation and consistent performance
• Support safety and cleanliness in the lab by adhering to safety protocols and lab housekeeping standards

 

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Materials Science, or related field
• At Least 7 years of experience in a research or analytical laboratory setting (industry or academic)
• Electro-mechanical aptitude
• Ability to write code a plus
• Strong understanding of analytical principles and materials characterization techniques
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in data recording and sample management
• Comfortable working independently and in cross-functional R&D teams
• Passion for innovation and contributing to groundbreaking research
• Machining experience a plus

 

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to Deas172@kellyservices.com.

 

 

 

*** (Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs)**

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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