Electromechanical Engineer

Connexion Systems + Engineering; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering is seeking an Electromechanical Engineer to support advanced manufacturing and prototype development for aerospace, defense, and national security hardware. The role focuses on translating engineering data into detailed manufacturing instructions, maintaining documentation, and ensuring manufacturing readiness for complex prototype builds.

The position is 100% onsite in Bedford, MA, on a 3+ year contract with potential extension or conversion, and requires

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or STEM field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing engineering or technical manufacturing documentation.
• Experience interpreting drawings and BOMs.
• Experience with MES platforms (FactoryLogix or similar).
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions and process routings.
• Translate drawings, BOMs, and data packages into MES processes.
• Create documentation for PCBAs, harnesses, machined parts, enclosures.
• Define assembly sequences and acceptance criteria.
• Support rapid-turn prototype manufacturing and resolve issues.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

MES experience

Engineering drawings

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

FactoryLogix

Job description

Title: Electromechanical Engineer – Manufacturing & Prototype Development

Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type: 3+ year contract, possible extension or conversion

Pay rate: $50 - $85/hr DOE

Job Location: Bedford, MA

Work Model: 100% onsite

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st shift

Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (interim clearance acceptable for start)

Job#: bh19858

We are seeking an experienced Electromechanical Engineer to support advanced engineering development and prototype manufacturing for complex, mission-critical hardware systems. This is a 3-year contract opportunity supporting innovative technologies used in aerospace, defense, and national security applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing engineering, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), engineering documentation, and electromechanical assembly processes. This role serves as a critical link between Engineering and Manufacturing, translating complex engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications into clear, executable manufacturing instructions that support efficient, high-quality prototype builds. The position supports a variety of hardware technologies, including printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), cable and wire harnesses, precision-machined components, mechanical enclosures, and integrated electromechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering & Documentation

• Develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions, process routings, travelers, and assembly documentation for complex prototype hardware.
• Translate engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and technical data packages into executable manufacturing processes within a Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
• Create manufacturing documentation for PCBAs, cable/harness assemblies, machined components, chassis, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Define manufacturing sequences, assembly requirements, inspection criteria, and acceptance standards.
• Maintain configuration control and accurate documentation throughout engineering revisions and prototype builds.

Engineering & Manufacturing Collaboration

• Partner with design engineers, manufacturing technicians, and production planning teams to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews, technical kickoff meetings, and production readiness assessments.
• Validate manufacturing work instructions with shop floor personnel to ensure accuracy, clarity, and practicality.
• Support rapid-turn prototype manufacturing, troubleshooting production challenges, and resolving technical issues.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Incorporate quality requirements, inspection procedures, and acceptance criteria into manufacturing documentation.
• Support nonconformance investigations, engineering changes, and corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, process consistency, and documentation quality.
• Contribute to improvements in digital manufacturing tools, MES workflows, and manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another STEM discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, manufacturing operations, or technical manufacturing documentation.
• 2+ years of experience interpreting engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications.
• 2+ years of experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), such as FactoryLogix or comparable platforms.
• Experience developing manufacturing work instructions, process routings, travelers, or other production documentation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and engineering-to-production workflows.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Production Planning teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in prototype manufacturing, high-mix/low-volume production, or rapid-turn hardware development.
• Familiarity with PCB/PCBA manufacturing, surface mount technology (SMT), cable and wire harness assembly, precision machining, or electromechanical integration.
• Experience with FactoryLogix or similar digital manufacturing platforms.
• Understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), MES integration, ERP/MRP systems, and manufacturing BOMs.
• Experience with engineering change management, configuration control, and manufacturing documentation revisions.
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting project planning, manufacturing readiness, and cross-functional production execution.

Work Location & Security Requirements

• 100% onsite: Candidates must be available to work onsite five days per week.
• Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Interview Process

Initial virtual interview followed by an onsite interview.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $50–$85/hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Long-term stability: 3-year contract supporting advanced engineering and manufacturing programs.
• Cutting-edge technology: Contribute to prototype hardware development for aerospace, defense, and national security applications.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work directly with engineering, fabrication, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Technical variety: Support complex electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical hardware across multiple manufacturing disciplines.