R&D Tech

Job Overview

R&D Technician – Level 1 or 2 (Prototype & Machine Assembly)

Location:

Duluth, MN, United States of America. Work on‑site at the Duluth facility, near Airpark Blvd and Haines Road.

Work hours:

Monday–Friday, 7 AM–3:30 PM.

Compensation: $23–$24 /hr starting pay (additional compensation may be added based on experience).

• Use schematics, diagrams, and verbal descriptions to perform testing of products and equipment.
• Use test equipment, including oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test equipment, in support of R&D engineering.
• Build prototypes and related hardware, including test fixtures, mechanical enclosures, assembly jigs and production tooling.
• Serve as production line engineering support leader – address equipment issues and line‑down situations.
• Perform qualification testing on new products.
• Perform X‑ray analysis on space‑grade products.
• Obey all work rules and EHS regulations as applicable to the assigned task(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience with operation of electrical engineering test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and power supplies.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and the general characteristics of electronic components.
• Skill with hand soldering, PCBA construction, and use of common shop tools.
• Ability to apply acquired job skills, company policies, and procedures.

Associate degree in engineering technology from an ABET‑accredited college or technical school, or equivalent military‑related training, with 0–3 years of prior related experience. Expected training and orientation time to perform the job satisfactorily is less than 2 months.

Resume is required in order to be considered for this position.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs, and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you’ll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact