R&D Lab Technician

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Assist in the planning and execution of research projects;
• Conduct experiments and tests to collect data;
• Analyze data and assist in preparing technical reports;
• Help in the design, development, and implementation of new and improved products;
• Perform routine laboratory tasks, such as preparing solutions and maintaining equipment; therefore and to this purpose the candidate will also be able to perform manual jobs such as welding and connecting hydraulic fittings.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and results;
• Work closely with the research and development team to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget;
• Implement techniques for tests, defining methodologies, tools and best practices, necessary for the continuous improvement;
• Follow established procedures and guidelines to perform routine laboratory procedures to test the quality of the organization's raw materials, in-process products, and finished products, with a focus on new product development.

YOU HAVE:

• High School or equivalent
• Ideally 2+ years’ experience as Lab Technician
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups or managers.
• Self-motivated and ability to motivate others.
• Analytical skills and problem solving abilities.
• Proficient use of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.