Laboratory Technician - R&D

Langham Recruitment
Rochester, NY

R&D Lab Technician

Rochester, NY | Applied Science & Engineering | Full-time | $60,000


A well-established, globally connected technology company is expanding its North American innovation team and is seeking a hands-on Laboratory Technician to support advanced research and product development initiatives.


This role sits at the intersection of precision engineering, experimental science, and emerging technologies. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary R&D group, contributing to the development, testing, and refinement of next-generation systems used in highly specialized applications.



What you’ll be doing

  • Supporting a variety of lab-based R&D activities tied to new product development
  • Performing precision alignment and setup of sensitive experimental systems
  • Conducting data acquisition during testing and measurement campaigns
  • Analysing results and compiling clear, structured technical reports
  • Collaborating with engineers and scientists across mechanical, electronic, and software domains


What we’re looking for

  • Practical experience working with precision components or optical systems
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g. Altium or similar)
  • Exposure to machine vision or imaging systems
  • Experience using CAD tools such as SolidWorks
  • A methodical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail


What’s on offer

  • Salary circa $60,000
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative R&D environment
  • Broad exposure across multiple engineering disciplines
  • A stable organization with global reach and long-term growth

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