Assembly Tech

Job title: Assembly Tech 
Location: Wilmington, Massachusetts
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Schedule: 6:15 AM - 2:45 PM Monday - Friday 
Contract Duration: 6 months with the possibility for extension
Pay Rate: $37-39 per hour on a W2

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electromechanical Build Technician to support rapid prototyping and low-rate production of products under development. This is a hands-on position focused on mechanical and electrical assembly, robotic system integration, testing, and quality inspection.

The ideal candidate has experience building complex electromechanical products and is comfortable working in a fast-paced development environment where designs and build requirements may evolve quickly.

Key Responsibilities

Electromechanical Assembly

• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of subassemblies and complete systems.
• Integrate subassemblies into fully functional electromechanical and robotic systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, wiring schematics, and assembly work instructions.
• Support prototype, development, and low-rate production builds while maintaining quality and throughput targets.
• Track build progress and identify parts shortages, design issues, or assembly concerns.
• Use common assembly tools including torque wrenches, crimpers, soldering irons, hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.

Testing & Quality

• Prepare assemblies for end-of-line (EoL) functional testing, system-level testing, and safety validation.
• Perform in-process quality inspections, including verification of fit, alignment, torque specifications, electrical continuity, and connector seating.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, go/no-go gauges, and torque wrenches.
• Document build deviations, non-conformances, and quality issues according to established procedures.
• Support firmware and software integration by verifying hardware readiness and cable/connector integrity.

Engineering & Production Support

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and systems engineers throughout the build process.
• Provide Design for Assembly (DFA) feedback to improve build efficiency, reliability, and cycle time.
• Coordinate with production planners and material handlers to support parts kitting and staging.
• Help develop and improve assembly instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain organized workstations and build areas using 5S principles.
• Support multiple build programs as products progress through development.
• Participate in build-readiness and after-action reviews.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands-on mechanical and/or electrical assembly experience, preferably with prototype or low-volume hardware.
• Experience with precision mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Familiarity with torque wrenches, crimpers, soldering equipment, hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to work in an engineering/production environment with quality and build-rate targets.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in electromechanical technology, mechatronics, robotics, or a related field.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, GD&T, and 3D CAD models.
• 5+ years of experience in robotics, aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, or similar prototyping/pre-production environments.
• Experience assembling motors, gearboxes, encoders, brakes, actuators, and drive components.
• Experience with multi-axis robotic systems or other complex electromechanical products.
• Familiarity with metrology equipment; CMM or 3D scanning experience is a plus.
• Experience in low-rate initial production (LRIP) or production ramp-up environments.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams in fast-paced product development environments.

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