R&D Mechanical Technician

The Planet Group; Waltham (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading dynamic robotics manufacturer seeks an R&D Mechanical Technician for a 6-month onsite contract with potential for permanent hire. The role demands 6+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly/prototyping across relevant fields, alongside expertise in CAD. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, a collaborative work environment, and additional perks like free lunch and happy hours.

Benefits

Free lunch

Parking

Happy hour Fridays

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on mechanical assembly/prototyping experience.
• Expertise in mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to execute project objectives quickly and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Construct, operate, test, and troubleshoot mechanical systems in robotics.
• Perform hands-on work for prototype designs and integrations.
• Build complex mechanical assemblies for robotics systems.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Prototyping

Troubleshooting

Process development

CAD (Catia/SolidWorks)

Cable assembly/routing

Fabrication

Tools

Catia

SolidWorks

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R&D Mechanical Technician – (Contract w/possible Contract-to-Hire) – Onsite – MA

Dynamic Robotics Manufacturer seeks a R&D Mechanical Technician for an onsite 6-month contract that could go to permanent/direct hire. This requires 6+ years hands-on mechanical assembly/prototyping in robotics, motor sports, aerospace, or similar environments. Additionally, expertise in mechanical and electro-mechanical systems build, troubleshooting and general maintenance are a must. Also requires expertise developing processes, tooling, and fixtures for assembly and the capacity to execute project objectives quickly and autonomously utilizing CAD (Catia/SolidWorks). Expertise in prototyping cable assembly/routing (soldering, crimping, overmolding) is a plus as are fabrication skills (welding, machining, etc), however these aren’t required. Additionally experience working with electronics and related systems are desired but not required. Opportunity offers a contract working for an innovative tech organization within a dynamic environment that provides free lunch, parking, and happy hour Fridays, just west of Boston. US Citizen and Green Card work authorization are required. Individual will be eligible to work as W2 Consultant with or without benefits. No 3rd party inquiries please.

Requirements

• Ability to work as W2 employee, meaning no 1099 consultants.
• 6+ years technical hands-on expertise assembling, troubleshooting, and servicing complex mechanical/electro-mechanical systems, either in robotics, aircraft, motorsports or automotive.
• A history developing processes, tooling, and fixturing for assemble of prototype builds.
• Ability to executive project objectives quickly and autonomously using CAD (Catia and SolidWorks).
• Experience prototyping cable assembly/routing like soldering, crimping, and overholding are desired but not required.
• Fabrication expertise to include welding and machining are desired but not required.
• Electronics and electrical systems expertise are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Helping construct, operate, test, and troubleshoot mechanical systems in advanced robotics.
• Performing hands-on work for prototype designs, dense electromechanically integrations, custom motors, gearboxes, and transmission systems.
• Troubleshooting individual mechanisms to complete robots while working quickly and adapting constantly.
• Building complex mechanical assemblies like custom electric actuators, mechanisms, and structures for robotics systems.
• Creating test plans and procedures while identifying detailed and nuance mechanical issues and recommending corrective actions to design engineers.
• Developing, designing, and documenting assembly processes and work techniques.
• Designing tooling/fixtures for assembly/test utilizing CAD software like Catia or SolidWorks.
• Designing/implementing modifications for prototype robotics components improving functionality.
• Identifying, planning, and executing for contract manufacturing within prototype systems to improve production methods for prototype build volume.
• Iterating/improving prototype design while collaborating with design engineers to progress designs from initial prototype toward reproducible assemblies within good quality control.
• Planning lab equipment, tools, and workspace coordination with managers and engineers ensuring the environment and equipment is what’s required to accomplish project goals.
• 6-month contract with potential extension or conversion into permanent.
• Affiliation with an innovative and esteemed organization.
• W2 pay rate with or without benefits.

At The Planet Group, we connect Technology experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Robotics Engineering, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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