We are looking for a practical, hands-on technical person to support product development, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing readiness. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys building, troubleshooting, learning by doing, and helping development teams turn ideas into working products.

This person will build and test prototype and development units. Their focus will be developing test setups, performing verification and validation activities, documenting results, and helping troubleshoot issues under the guidance of senior technical staff. They will also provide practical feedback on assembly, fit, testability, and manufacturability.

Location: Port Coquitlam, BC (On-site)
Industry: Product Development / Manufacturing

What You’ll Be Doing

Support development and validation activities by setting up equipment, following test instructions, collecting data, and documenting observations
Create and adapt test plans, setups, and fixtures for prototypes, demos, or internal testing
Build, modify, maintain, and manage prototypes, development units, and test articles with guidance from senior technical staff
Assist with early build reviews by identifying practical assembly, fit, access, and serviceability considerations
Troubleshoot build or test issues, escalate concerns clearly, and work with design teams to understand possible causes and next steps
Other tasks as assigned by your manager

What We’re Looking For

Hands-on mechanical aptitude and confidence working with tools, assemblies, hardware, and physical systems
Experience with scientific testing and reporting (e.g., basic scientific method, technical lab reports, environmental testing standards)
Strong technical reporting skills (written and spoken)
Ability to read and interpret basic drawings, CAD views, BOMs, work instructions, and assembly information
Comfort working through changing priorities, incomplete information, and hands-on
development challenges
Good attention to detail when building, testing, recording observations, and maintaining parts or equipment
Ability to collaborate with designers, manufacturing staff, and other team members
Willingness to learn, ask questions, follow direction, and take increasing ownership as experience grows

Nice to Have

Technical diploma, trades experience, technology background, or equivalent hands-on experience
Experience with prototype builds, mechanical assembly, test fixtures, shop work, product testing, or development hardware
Exposure to marine, vehicle, ruggedized, or outdoor equipment deployments
Experience supporting design revisions, build improvements, field trials, demos, or production transition activities
Experience organizing tools, parts, materials, or inventory in a shop, lab, manufacturing, or R&D environment

Who This Role Is NOT For

Someone who prefers purely desk-based work with little hands-on building, troubleshooting, or testing
Someone who is uncomfortable working through ambiguity, practical constraints, or evolving development needs

Why work with CURRENT

Part of a growing team in an evolving industry
Great company culture, committed to a personally and professionally supportive environment
Work/life balance, opportunities to stay active and social inside and outside office (games, ping pong, hiking, cycling, climbing, running, etc.)
Young workforce with opportunities to learn as well as teach
Health benefits
Competitive salary

Salary Range

$60,000 to $80,000

+ benefits

Contact Us to Apply

Please send your application to careers@currentcorp.com and include the following:

“Prototype & Validation Technician” in the subject line
Résumé/CV
Cover letter
Confirmation that you are willing to work on-site at our Port Coquitlam, BC office
Available start date

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Description

Current Scientific is a growing marine tech company headquartered in metro Vancouver, BC with customers located around the world. We design and manufacture electro-optical systems for use in Naval & Defence sectors and Marine & Yacht industries. At CURRENT, we continually invest into product R&D to improve performance, quality, and customer experience. Our products are used for coast guard, paramilitary, super-yachts, commercial shipping, ferries & explorer cruises, icebreakers, marine mammal research vessels, and other specialty applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits: