Prototyping Technician

Bosch Group•Waltham, MA

4d•$72,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Bosch is seeking a hands-on, results-oriented Prototyping Technician to support its engineering team by manufacturing prototype components, improving fabrication processes, and advancing prototyping capabilities. The role supports new product development and engineering validation and involves working with a variety of prototyping technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced environment at Bosch Waltham, an automotive research and development facility focused on air and fluid moving products.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a prototype, machine shop, manufacturing, or fabrication environment.
Experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC milling machines.
Experience with CNC programming software; Mastercam preferred.
Experience operating manual machine tools, hand tools, and power tools.
Familiarity with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.
Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds and work in a manufacturing or shop environment.
Indefinite U.S. work authorization; future sponsorship for work authorization is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher in Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with additive manufacturing technologies, including FDM and SLA printing.
Experience with welding, brazing, or fiberglass fabrication.

Responsibilities

Manufacture prototype components for new product development and engineering validation activities.
Program, set up, and operate 3-axis CNC milling equipment to produce sample components.
Fabricate non-CNC components using manual mills and lathes, metal cutting and forming equipment, woodworking tools, welding, brazing, fiberglass layups, and other fabrication methods.
Perform post-processing, inspections, and quality verification of produced components.
Assemble fabricated components into functional prototype assemblies.
Collaborate with engineers and recommend improvements to fabrication methods, material selection, and component designs to improve manufacturability and quality.
Estimate project timelines, prioritize work, and communicate project status to stakeholders.
Perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment and restock tools and materials as needed.
Work in conformance with Bosch and regulatory safety standards and propose and implement improvements to quality systems as needed.