Senior Technician: Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Leader

ipgjobs; Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Photonics in Marlborough, MA, is seeking a Senior Technician to maintain the reliability, performance, and uptime of production and test equipment in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires diagnosing and solving complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control-system issues, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment reliability. You will support upgrades, preventive maintenance, and mentor junior technicians.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required with strong technical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex production/test systems.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior technicians and coordinate with vendors as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Calibrate equipment and conduct advanced diagnostics to ensure reliability.
• Support engineering with process improvements and equipment upgrades.
• Document all maintenance activities and coordinate external repairs when required.
• Mentor and train Levels I and II technicians on best practices.
• Collaborate with vendors and engineers to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Equipment maintenance

Mentoring

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Vendor coordination

External repair management

Job description

IPG Photonics in Marlborough, MA, is seeking a Senior Technician to maintain the reliability, performance, and uptime of production and test equipment in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires diagnosing and solving complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control-system issues, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to improve equipment reliability. You will support upgrades, preventive maintenance, and mentor junior technicians.