R&D Assembly Technician

LanceSoft • Acton, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Assembly Technician is a hands-on contract role supporting the development and assembly of medical devices. The position supports early-stage R&D manufacturing builds, using manual and semi-automated equipment to assemble intricate, small-scale components. The role is based on-site in Acton, Massachusetts, five days per week, with expected hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cleanroom gowning and adherence to GMP/ISO standards may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D, or assembly technician/operator role.
• Comfort working with small parts under a microscope or other magnification.
• Basic understanding of mechanical assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain focus on repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn.
• Familiarity with basic computer tools for data entry and documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Experience in medical device or cleanroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-automated assembly of small, intricate components for early-stage R&D builds.
• Operate and maintain basic manufacturing and inspection equipment in a cleanroom or laboratory environment.
• Follow detailed work instructions, assembly drawings, and process documentation.
• Record observations, process data, and build outcomes to support engineering analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers by sharing feedback, suggesting improvements, and supporting process refinement.
• Assist with setup and troubleshooting of assembly fixtures and semi-automated tools.
• Support documentation of learnings, deviations, and process updates.
• Provide input on assembly process improvements and tooling usability.
• Communicate observations and potential issues during builds to the engineering team.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED