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R&D TECHNICIAN I

Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Company
Port Orange, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

POSITION OBJECTIVES: Constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components. Identifies parts for replacement and machines that need new parts and places orders as necessary. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. Supports the Engineering and Design Group. Typically reports to R&D Tech IV or Engineering Manager.
·    Use specialized equipment such as tape measure, band saw, oxygen/acetylene cutting torches, hand grinders, drill press, shot blasters, steam cleaner etc.
·    Perform basic metalworking duties such as measuring, cutting, grinding, drilling and deburring parts.
·    Operate forklift to unload and handle raw materials.
·    Maintain test standards and equipment in accordance with ISO procedures.
·    Assemble components using basic hand tools.
·    Read and follow blueprints and work instructions.
·    Welding together parts from raw materials using blueprints
·    Perform a wide range of shop duties to support the Engineering Group.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·    High School diploma or GED required; graduate of a technical/vocational training program is preferred. Industry Certification Preferred.
·    Two years minimum of related R&D Technician experience. Welding experience a plus.
·    Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
·    Ability to write simple correspondence.
·    Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
·    Must be able to read and understand various service manuals, electrical diagrams, and troubleshooting guides
·    Equal Opportunity Employer

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