Systems Engineer Test Technician Lead

Lancesoft; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft is seeking a Systems Engineer Test Technician Lead to manage laboratory materials, tools, and test environments in Acton, MA. The role supports R&D testing, builds prototypes, maintains equipment, and ensures test readiness for multiple projects across V&V activities.

The candidate will work with engineers to run manual and automated tests, document results, and help drive robust medical device design and validation processes in a fast-paced lab setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED with 5+ years in a lab environment or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong knowledge of lab equipment setup, test fixtures, and data collection.
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel) and technical writing capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with systems, development, and test engineers to align schedules and equipment needs.
• Build and set up test fixtures and lab equipment for testing.
• Ensure equipment readiness for test execution across projects.
• Leverage tools to automate tests and report results.
• Collect logs and data for issues observed during testing; troubleshoot as needed.
• Execute manual and automated tests and document results.

Skills

Python scripting

Lab automation

Documentation/writing

Communication skills

Testing coordination

Education

Associate degree in engineering or technical field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD (SolidWorks)

Git/Bitbucket (basic)

Jenkins/Bamboo (CI)

Job description

Job Title

Systems Engineer Test Technician Lead

Location

Acton, MA 01720 (This position is onsite 5 days a week) (8am - 4: 30pm)

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing materials, tools, and performing various engineering tasks across R&D, supporting existing products and new product initiatives. The general scope includes working with a highly motivated team of dedicated and experienced engineers in managing R&D materials and assets for ad-hoc or V&V testing purposes (manual and automated), setting up test environments, executing testing, reporting test results, building device prototypes, and maintaining laboratory equipment. The primary objective of this position will be ensuring smooth operation and preparation of mission-critical materials supply and testing to promote robust medical device design, development, and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with systems, development, and test engineers to understand schedules and equipment needs to support project testing activities.
• Create, build, and set up test fixtures andBuilding and setting up lab equipment for testing.
• Ensure proper equipment is ready on time for test execution across projects.
• Leverage existing tools and automation to execute automated tests and report results across projects and test cycles.
• Support basic troubleshooting and collecting logs and data for issues observed during testing.
• Execute manual and automated tests, record results, and document issues using standard tools and processes during project development cycles.
• Execute dry runs of new and updated manual and automated Test Cases.
• Support Test Method Validation (TMV), and Measurement System Analysis activities, including Gage R&R studies, documenting and analyzing data.
• Coordinate with Systems, development, and test engineers when troubleshooting issues and verifying fixes.
• Write reports and log issues for executed verification tests.
• Participate in the planning and execution of technical project work.
• Participate and Support 5S, Ensure lab safety and housekeeping practices.
• Performs technician tasks deploying standard and advanced techniques.
• Maintain laboratory equipment by scheduling regular maintenance, interfacing with facilities, service technicians, and responding to equipment issues.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED 5+ yrs experience working in a laboratory environment (preferably in R&D) or a combination of higher-level education 3+ yrs experience using Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel) & technical writing capabilities

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Associate degree in an engineering or technical-related field
• Self-driven, efficient learner and able to perform in a dynamic work environment
• Equipment Maintenance Planning, organization & detailed oriented
• Knowledge of scripting and/or programming languages like Python is a plus.
• Knowledge of Android or iOS technology is a plus.
• Knowledge of SCM tools (Git, Bitbucket) and CI tools (Jenkins, Bamboo) is a plus.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) is a plus.
• Experience with rapid prototyping tools including 3D printing is a plus.
• Knowledge of Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R studies.
• Previous experience working in the Medical Device industry (FDA/ISO regulated) is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements (if applicable)

• Must be able to lift up to 20lbs regularly
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs infrequently
• Must be able to reach overhead
• Sitting or standing for periods of time
• Occasionally be able to work on weekends as needed to support projects