Embarking on a mechanical trade career in Cambridge, MA, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical education, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the latest data, there are approximately 14,000 mechanical trade professionals in Massachusetts, with wages averaging around $1,600 per week. Trade schools, unions, and specialized platforms facilitate the discovery of apprenticeship opportunities, paving the way for a lucrative career with potential earnings surpassing $83,000 annually for seasoned experts.
Job Title Mechanical Engineering Technician Job Description Mechanical Engineering Technician (Cambridge, MA) The Mechanical Engineering Technician will be involved in the assembly and test of disposable medical devices. Your role: • Conducting initial builds of complex prototype mechanical assemblies for robotic systems. • Supporting the engineering team in prototyping, manufacturing, and assembly of mechanical and electrical components. • Supporting the engineering team in testing the prototypes and maintaining and upgrading test fixtures. You're the right fit if: • You’ve acquired 3+ years of experience in professional engineering. • Your skills include… hands-on experience with manufacturing or prototyping equipment such as: 3D printing, drill press, hand saw, and hand tools. • Experience with SolidWorks and cable assembly a plus. • You have a…Vocational degree or equivalent professional engineering experience. • You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position. How we work together We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company’s facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company’s main facilities, generally at the customers’ or suppliers’ locations. This is an onsite role. About Philips We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality of healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others. • Learn more about our business. • Discover our rich and exciting history. • Learn more about our purpose. • Learn more about our culture. Philips Transparency Details The pay range for this position in Cambridge, MA is $24.00 to $48.00 hourly. The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here. At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. Additional Information US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future. Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position. For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Cambridge, MA. This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran and maintains a drug-free workplace.
See More Details >>Job Title Lead Mechanical Engineer - Life SciencesJob Description Summary Primary Purpose of Position: C&W Services customer is beginning a journey or purchasing and ground up construction of building in the life science sector. We are looking for someone looking to take on a new challenge and begin to assist with building a life sciences engineering team. The right candidate must work well with a large team, give direction to more junior staff, and most importantly train the staff in the life sciences sector. Manage the day-to-day maintenance and operations of all buildings and associated system. Assign and supervise work of Building Engineers and/or Maintenance Technicians and coordinate and/or perform a variety of tenant services for a respective site or group of buildings.Job Description Essential Functions: • Manage the day-to-day efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all building and site systems for a particular site or assigned group of buildings. Building systems include HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, energy management, and fire protection. • Coordinate the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance, loss control, Orders of Condition records (or the like) and other records for the respective site/group of buildings. • Promote, establish and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication and routine follow-up. • Ensure the proper installation, fabrication, construction, and repair or maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment. • Review drawings, plans and collaborate with customers engineering department • Assign and monitor preventive maintenance, loss control and repair work schedules for respective site staff. • Assist Building Engineers and/or perform the troubleshooting of building systems as needed. • Coordinate needs of staffing and maintenance during periods of inclement weather to provide snow/ice removal to all areas not rendered by contractor and communicate to contractor related needs of site as necessary. • Oversee organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance, loss control and repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings. • Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements. • Communicate regularly with the Roving Chief Building Engineer and Property Manager(s) on the status and activity of the mechanical operations of all buildings and promptly report any potential or existing problems. • Contribute to the collective effort of maintaining exemplary operating and maintenance standards by communicating general property deficiencies to building staff, Property Managers, Director, Engineering, etc. • Coordinate the day-to-day coverage of respective site/buildings to ensure proper coverage. • Available for various shifts and to occasionally work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs. Respond to after-hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather (including snow and ice removal), power outage, and other related situations including clean-up activities. • Work with Building Engineers in creating deficiency lists on work performed by contractors, and inspect such work with Building Engineers as appropriate. • Coordinate and maintain the day-to-day upkeep, organization, and safety of the in-house workspaces, penthouse equipment rooms and base building areas. • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of equipment being serviced and employ service procedures and techniques indicative of first class work. Follow procedures as outlined in the preventive maintenance program, loss control program, and safety program. • Procure vendor/contract prices for mechanical parts, equipment and tools. Submit for review and approval by Account Director and project manager • Maintain a logbook on daily activities/events. • Promote and contribute toward overall effort in maintaining a high standard in the operation and appearance of the building(s) and grounds as well as tenant relations through daily work practices. Non-Essential Functions: • Assist in the technical training and upgrading of skills of less qualified staff. HR-JPR-09/2015 Page 2 of 2 • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred. • A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Building Engineer working for a life sciences company or providing such surfaces or equivalent experience and responsibilities including working knowledge of commercial office building plumbing, electrical, fire, and various HVAC systems, as well as pneumatic, DDC and building automation control systems. • Licensed refrigeration technician license with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required. • Universal CFC certification required. • Operating or Steam engineering license (when applicable) required. • Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, tenants and vendors. • May be required to obtain certification as an Asbestos Associated Project Worker. • Ability to work at various properties that may be assigned from time to time. • Strong technical and problem solving abilities including those related to mechanical controls. • Possess knowledge of safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power and hand tools including but not limited to a snow blower. • Ability to work independently as well as a productive member of a team. Be able to coordinate projects or tasks efficiently and optimize the performance of others. Ability to handle multiple tasks. • Ability to demonstrate exemplary tenant relations and provide excellent customer service. • Proficient computer skills necessary to operate computer for general day to day work and communications and Building Automation Systems (when applicable). • Ability to type or write as needed. • Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFC and Life Safety codes. Physical Requirements: • Regularly required to stand, walk, reach and use arms to perform tasks as well as push and pull objects and grasp with hands. • Regularly use various machinery and tools including, but not limited to, a snow blower. • Regularly required to talk and hear and occasionally required to smell. • Frequently required to sit, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights and in environments with temperature ranges both while working outside and inside. • Occasionally required to work around vibration or noise as well as dust. • Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs. and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision color vision and depth perception. • May be occasionally required to drive a truck or small tractor. • Involves movement between departments, building and floors to facilitate work. C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: “C&W Services”
See More Details >>Delta Search Labs is a research and development company with a focus on the realization of the state-of-the-art technologies and the development of commercial products. The company hosts the best supercomputing facility in the North-East USA and the first full digital immersive visualization environment (CAVE) in the world. It has established strong business and technological relationships with many key industrial partners. The company is located in MIT Technology Square of Cambridge, Massachusetts. It is using leading-edge supercomputing and advanced visualization capabilities to power research and development into the most demanding problems in design, engineering simulation, biotechnology, materials sciences, etc. Combining in-house engineering and development with scientific investigators from the area's best-known universities, we are accelerating the pace of discovery. We are looking for a mechanical design engineer to be involved in a wide variety of projects involving prototype developments. Responsibilities • Conceptual and detail design of varieties of mechanical prototypes involving machined parts. • Work with diverse team on product packaging and design constraints. • Produce CAD models (parts and assemblies) from conceptual sketches. • Produce technical drawings for machining/production. • Assemble and test prototypes. Qualifications • Minimum a Bachelor degree in mechanical engineering with 3 years experience. A Masters degree is a plus. • Experience in product design, development and prototyping. • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks. • Broad knowledge of commonly available mechanical and electro-mechanical components. • Self-starter, enthusiastic, dynamic, results-oriented with good interpersonal skills. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • Experience with data acquisition, LabVIEW, MATLAB is a plus. • US citizen or permanent resident preferred. Please send your resume to: [email protected]
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