Engineering Technician

The Science Team at Pride Health supports the Material Science organization and has an opening for Engineering Technician in Maplewood, MN
 
Position Summary:
We are seeking a contract Engineering Technician to support scientists and engineers in a laboratory environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to independently perform testing, document results, and support day-to-day laboratory operations.
 
Additional Details:
Contract Length: 12 Months with the possibility of extensions  
Pay range: $22 to $27 per hour
 
Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing on products and raw materials using defined test methods and accurately record data.
• Use computer software to analyze test data, summarize conclusions, and complete required documentation.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain basic hand tools, power tools, and laboratory equipment.
• Independently perform assigned laboratory tasks and testing activities.
• Conduct routine laboratory duties, including sample storage, supply inventory, and chemical inventory.
• Maintain an organized and safe laboratory environment.
• Train other team members on sample preparation, test methods, and laboratory protocols as needed.
• Support scientists and engineers with laboratory and engineering activities.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience.
• 2–3 years of laboratory experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and test methods.
• Ability to work independently in a laboratory environment.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Analytical and curious mindset with the ability to identify data trends and help solve problems.
• Basic understanding of CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Hands-on experience working in a shop or technical environment.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with scientists, engineers, and cross-functional teams.

 
Must be authorized to work in the United States.


Pride Global and its affiliates, including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, Pride Now, and Pride One, offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Global and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Global and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
 
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. 
 
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
 
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 PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment
PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.