Hands-On Engineering Technician — Prototyping & Test Lab

Valmet; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Job summary

Valmet is seeking an Engineering Technician I - VTC to provide hands-on support for engineering development, testing, and product validation. You will assist with assembly, troubleshooting, modification, and testing of mechanical systems, supporting engineers from concept through testing and validation.

The role requires independence and teamwork, with duties spanning test development, data analysis, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and test equipment.
• Assemble, modify, repair, and test mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Assist engineers with prototype development, product testing, validation, and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and execute test procedures while collecting, analyzing, and documenting test data.
• Support PLC-based control systems, instrumentation, sensors, and automated test equipment.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of National Instruments LabVIEW applications and data acquisition systems.
• Perform machining, fabrication, and modification of test fixtures, tooling, and prototype components.
• Support programming and integration of control systems, sensors, and data acquisition hardware.
• Maintain accurate test records, reports, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations personnel to resolve technical issues and support project objectives.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory and shop environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication

Independent work

LabVIEW basics

Education

Associate degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or related technical field

Tools

National Instruments LabVIEW

Data acquisition systems

CNC machinery

PLC programming

Job description

Valmet is seeking an Engineering Technician I - VTC to provide hands-on support for engineering development, testing, and product validation. You will assist with assembly, troubleshooting, modification, and testing of mechanical systems, supporting engineers from concept through testing and validation.

The role requires independence and teamwork, with duties spanning test development, data analysis, and documentation.