Test Technician

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Benefits

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Test Technician to be responsible for the assembly and verification of liquid cooling hardware. The role involves assembling cooling systems, conducting quality checks, and documenting test results in a regulated manufacturing environment. Applicants should have experience with mechanical assembly and fluid systems, with a salary ranging from $48,000 to $72,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly and functional testing environments.
• Experience with pressure-containing or fluid-based systems.
• Ability to follow controlled procedures and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble cooling plates and cooling loop systems.
• Perform quality checks and inspections.
• Document test results according to quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Fluid systems

Functional testing

Use of torque tools

Inspection equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or associate’s degree

Tools

Torque tools

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Overview

Test Technician – responsible for the controlled assembly and verification of liquid cooling hardware, including cooling plates and fully integrated cooling loops. This role supports production by ensuring assemblies are built in accordance with released work instructions and validated through standardized test methods for leakage, flow performance, pressure drop, and thermal behavior. Work supports both low-volume development efforts and higher-volume production programs.

Work is performed within an ISO 9001-compliant and ITAR-controlled manufacturing environment. This role requires onsite presence five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Assemble cooling plates and complete cooling loop systems in accordance with released work instructions and controlled documentation.
• Install and verify fluid fittings, tubing, manifolds, and sealing interfaces.
• Ensure proper torque application and sealing integrity.
• Maintain repeatability and consistency across specimens.
• Handle components in accordance with cleanliness and quality requirements.
• Execute defined test procedures to confirm product performance, operation, and support test equipment such as flow measurement systems, pressure instrumentation, thermal test setups (including installing thermocouples on cold plates), data acquisition tools.
• Document test results in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including safety regulations, PPE, SOPs, Work Instructions, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Review and update manufacturing records and work orders, identify and correct errors, and submit finished documentation for quality release.
• Perform quality checks and inspections; inspect final parts, test material properties, and record data.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and provide feedback to help identify issues and drive improvements.
• Support inventory tracking, shipping, and receiving; perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training or an associate’s degree in a mechanical, manufacturing, or related discipline preferred.
• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, fluid systems, and functional testing environments.
• Experience assembling pressure-containing or fluid-based systems; familiarity with threaded fluid connections and O-ring/gasket sealing practices.
• Experience using torque tools and standard inspection equipment; ability to follow controlled procedures and work instructions.
• Functional testing experience with fluid systems (preferred); experience with leak testing methods such as pressure decay and helium leak checking (preferred).
• Familiarity with flow or pressure-based test setups, common thermal testing methods (e.g., surface thermocouples), and computer-based data acquisition systems (preferred).
• Experience working in ISO-controlled or other regulated manufacturing environments (preferred); ability to operate in ITAR-controlled environments.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs independently, and up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Familiarity with metrology, 3D printing, robotics, CNC machining, or spreadsheet software is a plus.

Salary

$48,000 - $72,000 (salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; includes bonus plan and benefits). The posted salary range reflects target compensation. Exceptional candidates may have skills beyond the typical profile.

Note: This description is subject to change to meet shifting business needs.