Contract Engineering Technician

Commonwealth Sciences, Inc.; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Sciences, Inc. is seeking a hands-on technician to assemble, integrate, and test mechanical, electrical, and electronic components and systems in a fast-paced environment.

You'll read engineering drawings, use CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) to review designs, and help transition prototypes into repeatable manufacturing processes while supporting quality checks and inventory activities. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams, troubleshoot issues, and document

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and solving mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical problems.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, cable assemblies, wiring, and electronics.
• Proficiency with hand tools and common mechanical/electrical assembly equipment.
• Experience with product inspection, quality control, and/or manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with supply-chain, inventory, or materials-management activities.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Experience with CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test mechanical, electrical, and electronic components and systems.
• Wire, cable, and mechanical assembly using hand tools and standard shop equipment.
• Troubleshoot hardware with engineering teams and implement practical solutions.
• Assist in transitioning designs into repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Document manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and assembly steps.
• Inspect products for quality and ensure components meet specifications.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Wiring

Cable assemblies

Quality control

CAD software

SolidWorks

Read engineering drawings

Documentation

Tools

CAD software

SolidWorks

Job description

Assemble, integrate, and test mechanical, electrical, and electronic components and systems.

Perform wiring, cable assembly, mechanical assembly, and equipment integration using hand tools and standard shop equipment.

Work closely with engineering teams to troubleshoot hardware, identify issues, and implement practical solutions.

Support the transition of engineering designs and prototypes into repeatable manufacturing processes.

Assist with developing, improving, and documenting manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and assembly processes.

Perform product inspections and quality-control checks to ensure components and finished systems meet specifications.

Assist with inventory, materials, and supply-chain activities to support production schedules.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.

Use CAD software to review designs, make basic modifications, and support engineering and manufacturing activities.

Communicate technical concepts, project updates, issues, and results effectively with engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams.

Support multiple projects and responsibilities in a fast-paced, hands-on engineering environment.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and solving mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical problems.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, cable assemblies, wiring, and electronics.
• Proficiency with hand tools and common mechanical/electrical assembly equipment.
• Experience with product inspection, quality control, and/or manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with supply-chain, inventory, or materials-management activities.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Experience with CAD software;SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Commonwealth Sciences is a professional recruiting firm specializing in Life Science, Medical Device, and Engineering Technologies. We unite industry professionals with exciting career opportunities by leveraging our technical expertise, advanced recruiting tools and years of staffing experience. CWS works with a variety of disciplines and levels from Research Associates to Scientists, Engineers, Managers and Directors. Our clients value the basic integrity, customer service and industry expertise that defines our organization.