Lead R&D Metrology Technician
Core
Develop, execute, and improve functional performance and failure-focused measurement methods for lab plasticware and consumables to ensure products are fit-for-purpose in real lab and shipping conditions.
Role type
Lead R&D Metrology Technician (Plastics Consumables)
Builds
Lab plastic consumables (tubes, vials, plates, bottles, carboys) and related functional test data
Domain
Life Sciences / Laboratory Equipment / Plastics Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Designing test approaches for performance and failure modes, metrology and test system operation, disciplined documentation, cross-functional communication, mentoring technical team members, reading mechanical drawings, translating specifications into test methods, managing multiple priorities
Preferred skills
Training in metrology, quality, or laboratory calibration (NCSL, ASQ), experience with leak/seal/closure performance testing, fit/function testing across mating components, stress/creep/fatigue/crack initiation testing, chemical compatibility/resistance testing, temperature/environmental conditioning verification, packaging integrity simulation, sterility-related functional requirements, measurement system analysis (MSA), ISO/IEC 17025 concepts
Technologies
Metrology and test systems, ERP systems, Microsoft Suite
Responsibilities
Partner with engineers and scientists to develop and execute test methods, evaluate performance robustness and degradation, generate reliable traceable data, ensure products meet functional requirements in lab and shipping conditions, mentor and train team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
