Electromechnical Technician - Contract - Cambridge, MA
From prototype to production, playing a key role in developing the automated systems shaping tomorrow's science.
º¬Ðß²ÝÓ°Ôº is seeking an Electromechanical Technician to join a dynamic team in Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and biotechnology.
Primary Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will play a key part in assembling, installing, and calibrating custom electromechanical equipment and automated systems. You will collaborate with engineers and scientists to support rapid prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced automation systems.
Skills & Requirements:
- Associate degree in electro-mechanical technology, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or related field, or equivalent technical training/certification.
- Advanced skills in mechanical assembly and electrical diagnostics, including the use of hand tools, measuring equipment, and basic machine tools.
- Ability to read and interpret 3D CAD models, mechanical drawings, and 2D electrical schematics.
- Familiarity with PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff), motor controllers, actuators, sensors, and industrial automation components.
- Experience in assembling and troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, fluid, or thermal systems.
- Knowledge of industry safety procedures and compliance requirements (e.g., electrical code, LOTO, OSHA).
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with adaptability in fast-paced environments.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple engineering domains.
- Excellent time management and ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Bonus Points For:
- Hands-on experience supporting interdisciplinary R&D teams in prototype development.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks preferred) and drafting tools like AutoCAD.
- Experience assembling control panels, wiring PLCs, or working at the panel-component level.
- Familiarity with digital maintenance/documentation tools (e.g., CMMS, ERP, Kanban, Wikis).
- Certifications such as CMRT, OSHA 10-30, or PLC programming credentials.
- Experience in cleanroom, laboratory automation, or regulated R&D environments.
- Customer or vendor-facing experience for component sourcing or troubleshooting.
The Electromechnical Technician's responsibilities will be:
- Assemble, install, and calibrate custom electromechanical equipment and automated systems using 3D CAD models, blueprints, and schematics.
- Support engineers and scientists in prototyping test stands, fixtures, and experimental setups, including mechanical assembly and light machine work.
- Perform electrical wiring, cable routing, and component mounting for automation panels, instruments, and workcells, including sensors, actuators, control boards, and pneumatic components.
- Participate in the integration, bring-up, and debugging of automation subsystems, working closely with controls and software engineers.
- Execute maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and alignments on complex equipment.
- Provide real-time feedback to engineering teams regarding design issues or opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain accurate documentation on builds, repairs, troubleshooting, and component history.
- Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with lab and industry standards during all fabrication, assembly, and testing activities.
Compensation:
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Anderson Maldonado at a.maldonado@proclinical.com.
If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.
º¬Ðß²ÝÓ°Ôº is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. º¬Ðß²ÝÓ°Ôº is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
By submitting this application, you confirm that you've read and understood our privacy policy, which informs you how we process and safeguard your data - /privacy-policy
.png)
