Technician, Lab

Aecon; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health and Wellness Home Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Green Home Energy Benefit

Job summary

Aecon Engineering Service Inc., Milford, MA, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the Materials Engineering Laboratory. The role involves machining, testing, lab maintenance, failure analysis, materials aging, welding, and corrosion work on diverse projects. You will join a multidisciplinary team on nuclear and related projects, receive and prepare specimens, design fixtures, perform tests, and contribute to technical reports while advancing your career within Aecon.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Materials, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years related engineering experience, preferably with lab experience.
• Willingness to work with low-level radioactively contaminated components.

Responsibilities

• Provide machining and technical support in a materials laboratory.
• Receive, label, and safely store specimens.
• Design, machine, and build test fixtures.
• Perform tests to support analysis and contribute to reports.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Stay current on laboratory advances.
• Be hands-on and address challenging materials problems.
• Collaborate with other disciplines for integrated solutions.

Skills

Machining

Testing

Materials aging

Failure analysis

Welding

Corrosion

Lab maintenance

Education

Associate degree in Materials or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

At Aecon we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to driving growth and delivering projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.

We at Aecon Engineering Service Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Aecon Group Inc., are currently seeking a Laboratory Technician to support our Materials Engineering Laboratory in Milford, MA. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in machining, testing, laboratory maintenance and/or in failure analysis, materials aging and selection, welding, fabrication, and corrosion. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary consulting team on a wide range of technical projects. Experience in the Nuclear Power and/or Medical Device industries is a strong plus.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Provide machining and technical support on a wide range of projects and assignments in a materials laboratory environment.
• Receive, label, and safely store specimens to be tested.
• Design, machine, and build test fixtures.
• Perform tests in support of analysis and provide input to technical reports.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and laboratory space, including calibration of equipment.
• Stay current on laboratory technical and scientific advances.
• Be a hands‑on individual, fully involved in projects, including challenging materials problems.
• Work with other disciplines, team members, and departments to provide integrated solutions.

What You Bring to the Team:

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Materials, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related engineering experience, preferably with laboratory experience, is required.
• Willingness to work with low-level radioactively contaminated components.

Additional Qualifications

• Technical background with an understanding of materials performance and degradation.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms and mechanical properties of materials.
• Ability to multitask, take on challenging projects, and provide solutions.
• Understands the importance of business development.

This is a great opportunity for an individual who is passionate about an engineering career, who wants to continue to grow, develop, and work for a well-established organization.

Salary Range & Benefits

Pay Range: $50,000 - $90,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

• Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
• Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
• Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
• Green Home Energy Benefit ( A subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email [e-mail].

Location: Milford, MA, US

Operating Sector: Nuclear