Manufacturing Engineer/Computer Technician

Socket.dev; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Hologic is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer/Computer Technician to support manufacturing by identifying and troubleshooting process, material, or equipment issues, minimizing downtime, and implementing effective solutions. You will develop, assemble, procure, and modify tooling, fixtures, and equipment to ensure efficient production methods and support operations.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, documentation, and collaboration with Engineering and Operations.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
• Soldering skills preferred.
• Experience with complex electro-mechanical testing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, test, calibrate, and repair production equipment and subassemblies.
• Document test and repair results with Operations and Engineering teams.
• Provide emergency and scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Train technicians on maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with team to meet quality, safety, and productivity goals.

Skills

Communication

Soldering

Schematics reading

Test equipment

Multitasking

Mentoring

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in Electronics/Mechanical/Software

Tools

Oscilloscope

Soldering equipment

PCB fabrication

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer/Computer Technician

First Shift - Monday through Friday

Why Hologic

Hologic empowers people to live healthier lives everywhere, every day. We are the leading innovator in women's health, helping healthcare professionals around the world diagnose and treat their patients with precision, certainty, and confidence.

What to Expect

Job Summary

Support Manufacturing and Engineering by identifying and troubleshooting process, material, or equipment issues to minimize downtime and implement effective solutions. Develop, assemble, procure, and modify tooling, fixtures, and equipment to ensure efficient production methods and support manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the responsibilities listed below, as reasonably required by business needs.

• Maintain, test, calibrate, and repair production and prototype equipment, products, and related subassemblies according to specifications.
• Document test and repair results in collaboration with Operations and Engineering teams.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs of production equipment, as well as perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Train technicians on the maintenance and calibration of production and prototype equipment.
• Report equipment failures through the NCE process, as applicable.
• Fabricate cables, PCBAs, and fixtures to support manufacturing operations and equipment needs.
• Execute verification protocols and prepare verification reports.
• Perform failure analysis investigations and document findings through the NCR process.
• Participate as a member of the Material Review Board (MRB), including responsibility for dispositioning components and detectors.
• Create and revise procedures, bills of materials (BOMs), drawings, test labor standards (TLS), and engineering change orders (ECOs) as directed by Engineering.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment to achieve quality, safety, and productivity goals.
• Work overtime as needed to support production schedules.
• Supervise the Manufacturing Engineering Lab.
• Mentor technicians in troubleshooting, testing instruments, and building test fixtures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We Expect

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent organizational abilities.
• Ability to accurately complete assembly and test records to meet regulatory requirements.
• Soldering skills preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Ability to perform complex testing operations and operate, maintain, and troubleshoot test equipment.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and software systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to mentor, train, and support other employees.
• IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and IPC-7711/7721 certifications preferred.

Other preferred computer skills :

Run tests to see why a computer is slow or crashing.

Fix systems: Reinstall or update Windows and system drivers.

Save data: Backup drives on a regular preventive maintenance schedule.

Good problem-solving skills to trace strange error codes.

Education

• Associate's degree or technical certificate in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Software Technology, or a related technical discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation

The annualized base salary range for this role is $58,100 to $87,200 and the position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Final compensation will depend on several factors, including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, geographic location, education, business needs, and market conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hologic is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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