Test Technician, R&D;

Team: R&D;/New Product Development

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Oakville, ON

Who We Are

Thermon is a global industrial technology leader and the world's foremost provider of mission-critical heating solutions. From power generation and semiconductors to oil & gas and food processing, our systems keep essential industries running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

We don't just make heaters - we deliver complete, end-to-end solutions that include design, installation, controls, and monitoring. Our people and products transfer the warmth needed to make life work .

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, and operating in 18 countries, Thermon is built on the values of Care, Commit, and Collaborate . We're a team of innovators and problem-solvers, united by our mission and driven by a culture of ownership and impact.

Who We Want

We're looking for a Test Technician to join our R&D; team and contribute to the development of new electric heat products for a variety of industries and markets. This role is critical in driving our mission to support global decarbonization and digitization trends through advanced electric heating solutions.

The R&D; Test Technician supports the research and development team by building, assembling, and testing prototypes and experimental setups in a laboratory setting. This role is hands-on and involves executing test plans, collecting data, and preparing reports. The technician also assists in maintaining lab equipment and ensuring the R&D; workspace operates efficiently and safely.

You'll thrive here if you:

- Want to make a real impact on a small, empowered team.
- Enjoy working as part of a cross-functional team to build, test and refine new products and technologies.
- Apply a hands-on approach with cutting-edge equipment to rigorously test and validate new designs.




- Appreciate the elegance of well thought-out, purpose-built designs.

What You'll Do

- Assist engineers and senior team members in the research, testing, and development of new products by carrying out assigned tasks and supporting experimental activities.
- Build and assemble prototype components, test samples, and basic fixtures using provided drawings, instructions, or guidance from engineering staff.
- Support troubleshooting activities on products and related equipment by performing inspections, running tests, and helping identify potential issues under direction.
- Prepare basic technical documentation, including test procedures, data summaries, and simple lab reports, ensuring information is clear, accurate, and complete.
- Collect, record, and organize test data, and assist in comparing results against defined acceptance criteria, industry standards (CSA, UL, IEC), and customer specifications.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date records of laboratory testing, including electronic data files, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Assist with the upkeep, calibration, and general maintenance of lab equipment, ensuring tools and workspaces remain clean, safe, and functional.
- Review updated codes and standards and assess impact on product design.
- Provide enhancement and continuous improvement to existing products and processes.




- Support ongoing product and process improvement efforts by providing feedback from testing activities and assisting with implementation of design updates or changes.

What You Bring

- 2-5 years of hands on experience in a Technician or Technologist role
- Baseline proficiency in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and measurement disciplines
- Experience with test equipment and instrumentation, such as:
- Multimeters
- Power supplies
- Data acquisition systems (DAQ)
- Temperature measurement devices
- Must have good manual dexterity and possess general proficiency with tools for working with sheet metal, electric wiring, wood and other building materials
- Excellent knowledge of safe working practices
- Basic proficiency with Excel or similar tools for data entry, simple analysis, and charting
- Ability to read and understand drawings, test procedures, standards & specifications
- Strong organizational skills for maintaining test records, lab documentation, and equipment logs
- Mechanical/Electrical technical diploma or equivalent

Bonus Points For

- Experience working with heating products, temperature testing, and control systems
- Exposure to basic CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor)
- Familiarity with basic control systems or PLCs
- Experience with calibration or maintenance of lab equipment
- Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or progress toward certification.

Why You'll Love Working at Thermon

- Team Impact : Small, agile team where your contributions matter.
- Lab Environment : Enjoy access to a fully functional lab with state-of-the-art tools and equipment.
- Global Reach : Your work will power critical infrastructure around the world.
- Collaborative Culture : Cross-functional teams that value creativity, feedback, and growth.
- Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive salary, health coverage, RRSP with match, and more.

Join us!

📌 R&D Test Technician (Oakville)
🏢 Thermon
📍 Oakville