Sr. Mechanical Technician
On-siteMalden, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Assemble, fabricate, modify, and maintain prototype hardware and experimental mechanical systems supporting Quaise's research and development programs. Build, integrate, and troubleshoot assemblies for millimeter wave drilling technologies, including waveguides, gyrotrons, power supplies, pumps, and compressors. Read engineering drawings and collaborate with scientists to rapidly prototype and refine designs. Conduct laboratory testing, inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance to maximize research uptime. Assist with workspace organization, equipment installation, and vendor coordination. Maintain accurate documentation of builds and testing activities while ensuring safe laboratory operations. Participate in field demonstrations and technology validation as research programs advance.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in a mechanical technician role
- Experience supporting prototype development, laboratory research, advanced manufacturing, or new product development environments
- Certification in mechanical systems or related areas
- OSHA or other workplace safety certifications
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Proficiency using hand and power tools
- Proficiency using machine shop equipment
- Proficiency using precision measuring instruments
- Proficiency using manual mills
- Proficiency using lathes
- Proficiency using drill presses
- Proficiency using forklifts
- Proficiency using overhead cranes
- Proficiency in welding techniques
- Proficiency in soldering techniques
- Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex mechanical systems
- Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining laboratory equipment
- Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining prototype hardware
- Capability to install basic electrical circuits
- Capability to wire outlets
- Capability to install controls
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Ability to read and interpret schematics
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
- Ability to read and interpret assembly instructions
- Experience coordinating or overseeing work performed by external vendors and contractors
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail
- Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced research environment
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with scientists, engineers, vendors, and cross-functional teams
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects
- Ability to manage prototype builds
- Ability to manage laboratory priorities
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to stand
- Ability to sit
- Ability to walk
- Ability to stoop
- Ability to kneel
- Ability to crouch
- Ability to crawl
- Ability to use hands to feel
- Ability to use hands to reach
- Ability to use hands to grasp
- Ability to use hands to handle objects
- Ability to use hands to operate tools
- Ability to use hands to operate controls
- Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds
- Ability to push items
- Ability to pull items
- Ability to transfer items
- Ability to move items
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Ability to work in elevated areas
- Ability to review written materials
- Ability to review electronic materials
- Ability to inspect small parts
- Ability to work safely around high voltage systems
- Ability to work safely around high power systems
- Ability to prioritize safe work environments
- Ability to adhere to established safety protocols and procedures
- Ability to hear alarms
- Ability to hear instructions
- Ability to hear other sounds
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Experience in the engineering industry
- Experience in the manufacturing industry
- Experience supporting laboratory research environments
- Experience supporting advanced manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting new product development environments
- Certification in mechanical systems
- Certification in related areas
- OSHA certification
- Other workplace safety certifications
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