Lab Technician

ALTEN Technology USA•North Reading, MA

3d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company that partners with clients across industries including aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, and rail. The company is part of the global ALTEN Group. As a Lab Technician, you will operate and maintain engineering laboratory facilities and equipment and support engineers with laboratory testing, experiments, and development and validation activities. The role includes troubleshooting laboratory and test equipment, maintaining and calibrating tools and instruments, assembling and repairing fixtures, monitoring test activities and data collection, and documenting work. You will work with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams and support efforts to improve laboratory efficiency, reliability, and uptime. ALTEN USA is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor. Candidates selected for employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in a technical field preferred.
Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, testing, maintenance, or engineering support environment.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or automated systems.
Familiarity with laboratory equipment, test fixtures, and data collection processes.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and follow technical documentation, procedures, and work instructions.
Proficiency with basic computer applications for documentation and reporting.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting robotic systems, automation equipment, or electromechanical assemblies.
Experience supporting engineering test labs or R&D environments.
Familiarity with sensors, instrumentation, and automated test equipment.
Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience performing preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and organize engineering laboratory facilities and equipment.
Support engineers with laboratory test and experiment setup, execution, and documentation.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to test fixtures, robotic systems, and laboratory equipment.
Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory tools, instruments, and testing hardware.
Assemble, modify, and repair test fixtures and equipment as needed.
Monitor test activities and ensure accurate data collection during test execution.
Assist in diagnosing hardware, mechanical, electrical, and automation-related issues affecting testing operations.
Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, components, and equipment.
Follow laboratory procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
Document maintenance activities, test results, and troubleshooting actions.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to support development and validation activities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, reliability, and uptime.