Lead Mechanical Technician - Lab Test Systems (Equity)

Azolla Ventures; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Medical, Dental & Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k)

12 weeks Family Leave

Flexible PTO

Company holidays

Onsite gym

Job summary

Via Separations is seeking a Lead Mechanical Technician to join our Internal Systems group in Watertown, MA. You will lead the assembly and build-out of internal test equipment, including test skids and pilot support systems, reading engineering drawings and coordinating with engineering and procurement.

This hands-on leadership role requires safety-minded work around hazardous liquids and gases, mentoring colleagues, and occasional travel to field units.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience assembling, fabricating, and maintaining mechanical and piping systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
• Experience ordering or specifying material for fabrication or maintenance work.
• Knowledge of reverse osmosis and high-pressure system components and safe handling.
• Lead tasks and mentor others; independent work with sound judgment; PPE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead build and assembly of internal test equipment and skids with pumps and controls.
• Read drawings and plan builds; order materials and track delivery.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair test skids; troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Support safety, quality standards, and coordinate with external trades as needed.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Reading drawings

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Tools

Pipe threading machines

Cut-off saws

Shop tools

Job description

Via Separations is seeking a Lead Mechanical Technician to join our Internal Systems group in Watertown, MA. You will lead the assembly and build-out of internal test equipment, including test skids and pilot support systems, reading engineering drawings and coordinating with engineering and procurement.

This hands-on leadership role requires safety-minded work around hazardous liquids and gases, mentoring colleagues, and occasional travel to field units.