Mechanical Engineering Technician
Trident Consulting is seeking a "Mechanical Engineering Technician for one of our clients in "Burlington, MA, a global leader in medical technology and pharmaceutical industry.
Role: Mechanical Engineering Technician
Type: Contract
Work Location: Onsite (Burlington, MA)
Rate: $48.65/hr on w2
Education: High School Diploma required. Engineering degree or related technical studies are a plus, but not required.
Soft Skills / Cultural Fit for This Role:
Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude
Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with engineers
Comfortable working in a fast-paced prototype/lab environment
What Type of Background or Profile Has Worked Well in This Position:
Several years of hands-on experience with electromechanical capital equipment
Mechanical Engineering Technician, Mechanical Technician, Engineering Technician, or strong Assembly Technician backgrounds
Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, and documentation activities
Medical device experience preferred, but not required
Strong experience with troubleshooting, mechanical assembly, and test support
Nice-to-have experience includes:
3D printing and slicer software
IEC (phone number removed) or ISO 13485 regulated environments
Oracle PLM or Helix ALM
CAD exposure (not a hard requirement, but a plus)
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Support engineers with hands-on prototype development, assembly, modification, and testing activities
Build and test mechanical and electromechanical systems including thermal, structural, fluidic, vibration, sound, and kinematic testing
Collect, compile, and analyze test data and generate technical reports
Assist with documenting assembly processes and creating work instructions
Support design transfer activities and sustaining engineering efforts including redlining and replacement component testing
Assist with mechanical parts procurement, prototype support, and engineering lab activities
Work closely with electrical and optical engineering teams during development and testing phases
Additional Notes:
The team is specifically looking for a candidate who can "hit the ground running with minimal hand-holding
This role was intentionally revised to avoid attracting overqualified design engineers and instead focus on strong hands-on technicians
CAD is not a hard requirement but remains a strong plus
Please prioritize candidates with strong testing/documentation experience tied to electromechanical systems
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale
Role: Mechanical Engineering Technician
Type: Contract
Work Location: Onsite (Burlington, MA)
Rate: $48.65/hr on w2
Education: High School Diploma required. Engineering degree or related technical studies are a plus, but not required.
Soft Skills / Cultural Fit for This Role:
Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude
Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with engineers
Comfortable working in a fast-paced prototype/lab environment
What Type of Background or Profile Has Worked Well in This Position:
Several years of hands-on experience with electromechanical capital equipment
Mechanical Engineering Technician, Mechanical Technician, Engineering Technician, or strong Assembly Technician backgrounds
Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, and documentation activities
Medical device experience preferred, but not required
Strong experience with troubleshooting, mechanical assembly, and test support
Nice-to-have experience includes:
3D printing and slicer software
IEC (phone number removed) or ISO 13485 regulated environments
Oracle PLM or Helix ALM
CAD exposure (not a hard requirement, but a plus)
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Support engineers with hands-on prototype development, assembly, modification, and testing activities
Build and test mechanical and electromechanical systems including thermal, structural, fluidic, vibration, sound, and kinematic testing
Collect, compile, and analyze test data and generate technical reports
Assist with documenting assembly processes and creating work instructions
Support design transfer activities and sustaining engineering efforts including redlining and replacement component testing
Assist with mechanical parts procurement, prototype support, and engineering lab activities
Work closely with electrical and optical engineering teams during development and testing phases
Additional Notes:
The team is specifically looking for a candidate who can "hit the ground running with minimal hand-holding
This role was intentionally revised to avoid attracting overqualified design engineers and instead focus on strong hands-on technicians
CAD is not a hard requirement but remains a strong plus
Please prioritize candidates with strong testing/documentation experience tied to electromechanical systems
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale
