Our Mission:

Through inspired engineering and design, we deliver outstanding solutions that positively impact lives. We use an interdisciplinary development process that combines our diverse engineering experience with creative industrial design solutions. We succeed when our partners succeed – it’s all about solving the most complex challenges by creating transformative technology.

Our Culture and People:

At Goddard, our most important asset is our people. We don't just work together; we thrive together. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual support. We believe in taking exceptionally good care of each other because great teams build great solutions. If you are someone who embodies the values of accountability, inspiration, dedication, efficiency, innovation, integrity, quality, and reliability, we want you on our team. Come be a part of a workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions make a real impact. Join us in shaping the future of transformative technology – together.

The Role:

• Goddard is seeking an Electromechanical Technician II to join our team.  This position will be a great fit for candidates with a proven ability for qualifying, assembling, and testing mechanical and electrical components. 
• You will get to work with various prototypes, fixtures, and testing equipment built from the ground up.  Our clients come from diverse industries: Consumer Products, Medical devices, industrial automation, and robotics.  Overseeing our 3D printing and machine shop, you will be responsible for working closely with our engineering team to provide exceptional services and solutions for our clients.  Depending on our client’s needs, work could be performed at our office or at our client locations in the Boston or greater Boston area.

Responsibilities:

• Be on-site in the Wilmington office during the work week, unless working at a client location

• Direct shipping and receiving activities as necessary

• Work with the quality department to conduct incoming receiving inspections using standard inspection equipment as required

• Provide oversite as well as assist in maintaining manufacturing areas to ensure cleanliness and organization are maintained

• Build and test assemblies and subcomponents for Engineering and Industrial Design groups following manufacturing process documentation

• Support new product prototype builds as assigned

• Assemble and repair precision electromechanical parts, assemblies, and equipment, using hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, test equipment

• Have experience with panels, pulleys, switching mechanisms, motors, power supplies, pneumatic valves, and actuators

• Conduct, under direction, tests, and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance

• Have experience with power tools, and electrical safety

• Oversee equipment maintenance and calibration per the Goddard QMS

• Create and/or otherwise maintain product build records to ensure Device History Records (DHR) and quality documents are accurate when required

• Maintain a clean and safe workplace

• Perform all work following quality standards and established safety procedure

• Create or modify basic parts using a mill, lathe, and other shop tools

• Manage orders of replacement tools/materials as needed

• Use Netsuite to create items, purchase orders, and otherwise manage inventory and bills of material

• Work with Engineering to assist in creating, reviewing, and editing manufacturing documentation (specifications, build plans)

• Follow up with vendors for product builds

• Maintain records of supply chain activities

• Assist in developing work instructions, or procedures as necessary to support the product build areas (inventory, metrology, testing, project space, manufacturing and clean room areas)

• Assist with OSHA safety initiatives

• Report performance metrics (safety, equipment, vendor) to the Goddard quality department

• Provide document control support (assist the quality department with regards to pulling numbers, and processing records in the Goddard QMS)

Qualifications:

• Must be a highly motivated self-starter who can manage their own time, and tasks with minimal supervision

• Willingness to learn, and direct others as necessary

• Strong written and verbal skills

• High School Diploma, Vocational, or GED with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in electromechanical assembly.  Experience in other technical fields, facilities management or medical device manufacturing a plus

• Must have experience with both mechanical and electrical assemblies (building, troubleshooting)

• Must have experience handling electronics/electricity

• Experienced in the use of a multimeter, DC power supplies, Loctite/EFD dispensing units, and machine shop equipment (Milling and Lathe)

• Must have a basic understanding of ESD and soldering

• Ability to work with small components; this role requires fine motor skills and dexterity

• Must demonstrate basic computer skills, MS Word, and Excel.  (Preferred candidates to have experience operating SolidWorks.)

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems a plus

• Must be a quality-minded team player that takes the initiative to improve product and process performance.

• Able to read, write, and comprehend English, and have basic math skills.

• Must be able to follow instructions & directions independently

• Capable of lifting 50lbs

• Ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities

• Experience with manual milling and turning a plus

• Comfortable with general purpose shop tools to repair and modify prototypes (saws, sanders, grinders, hand tools)

• Ability to read and understand drawings/ BOMs

Our Benefits:

Flexible Time Off: Benefit from our generous flexible time off policy. We also provide sick leave and bereavement time because we understand that not all time off is for fun.

Retirement Savings: Invest in your future with a 401(k)-retirement plan. Goddard contributes 3% of your annual salary directly into your 401(k) account—regardless of your own contributions.

Health Coverage: Access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. Goddard contributes 80% of monthly premiums for all medical plan options.

Family Support: To take the time you need to welcome the newest member of your family, Goddard offer 6 weeks fully paid parental leave with support of PFML state programs.

Company Engagement: Engage with your colleagues through a variety of regular company and team events, including weekly social hours, Athletic Club outings, and department outings.