R&D Technician

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Itron is seeking an R&D Technician to join our team in Liberty Lake, WA. In this role, you will be responsible for performing design validation testing, including test setup, execution, documentation, and reporting of results.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Set up tests with guidance, including fixtures, wiring, electronic instruments, environmental chambers, and related equipment.

Assist in characterizing test samples prior to testing.

Execute tests, collect data, and report results accurately.

Communicate any testing issues or anomalies to the team in a timely manner.

Troubleshoot test failures to identify root causes.

Participate actively in implementing and maintaining corrective actions and countermeasures.

Required Skills & Experience

Associate degree (2-year) in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related field

2+ years of relevant work experience in a technical or lab environment

Basic understanding of electrical circuits (e.g., Ohm's Law)

Strong troubleshooting skills

Experience using electronic instruments such as DC power supplies, digital multimeters, and oscilloscopes

Ability to work on-site in a lab setting

Physical Demands : This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.

This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location.

Liberty Lake, WA : The hourly rate for this position is $17 - $44.

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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com .

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