Lead Mechanical Technician Our Danbury, CT team is looking for a Lead Mechanical Technician! In this role, you will be a hands on leader within mechanical assembly, troubleshooting and testing, ensuring smooth operations from start to finish. You’ll play a key role in optimizing manufacturing performance, and ensuring the timely and accurate production materials. Location: Danbury, CT We Take Care of Our People! Paid Time Off I* 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I* Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I* Referral Program I* Competitive Pay I* Recognition I* Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture * Your Challenge: • Works with team to procure, assemble, and test various equipment/tooling • Responsible for all the shop activities • Coordinate other team members from engineering, design, services, etc. when shop work includes them • Interface with suppliers • Inspection and testing activities • Troubleshoot issues during production • Procurement activities • Support engineering/design with production related input • Support services-related training activities. • Coordinate shop and shop equipment maintenance • Be a hands on leader • Supervise shop team OSHA/ safety training • Perform part inspections (dimensional/ visual) according to company quality policies. • Infrequent travel to support equipment production/use What You Bring: • Minimum 7+ years related experience • Ability to read/interpret mechanical assembly drawings, part drawings, layouts, etc. • Knowledge and experience in mechanical assembly • Equipment functional testing experience (mechanical/hydraulic/ load test) • Ability to gain access to nuclear power facilities • Ability to prioritize competing needs in dynamic environment Additional preferred qualifications: • Ability to read/interpret electrical assembly drawings, schematics, part drawings, layouts • Knowledge and experience in electrical assembly • Familiarity with welding • Familiarity with part finishing (paint/ anodize/passive/ electropolish) • Supervisory experience • Ability to achieve level II QC inspector qualification Who We Are Curtiss-Wright Nuclear has a proven track record at nuclear plants worldwide. Our products are designed to improve safety and reduce critical path outage time and associated radiation exposure to help you achieve your ALARA objectives. The Outage & Fuel Management Solutions Group is a combination of three divisions concentrating on Nuclear Plant Outage and Maintenance excellence. Since 1973, we have amassed a highly experienced staff of scientists, engineers, designers, project managers and certified technicians. As part of Curtiss-Wright Nuclear, our accumulated expertise in nuclear plant operations enables us to supply custom-designed outage and maintenance equipment using proven technologies. Above all, our products and services are designed with you and your plant’s requirements in mind. https://www.cwnuclear.com/brands/scientech/outage-and-fuel-management/ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Amphenol RF, a division of Amphenol Corporation and one of its original core business groups, is the world's largest manufacturer of coaxial interconnect products for radio frequency, microwave and data transmission applications. As a leader in enabling next-generation technology, we are able to continually support global advancements in connectivity. Our company's headquarters is located in Danbury, CT, USA with sales, marketing and manufacturing locations in North America, Asia and Europe. • Prioritize and drive NPI activities for customers within a defined geographic region to drive growth. • Oversee the delivery of projects on-time and on schedule with best–in-class quality with the design and development of application specific connector solutions. • Remain current on market trends and Amphenol product portfolio / Capability / Technologies. • Determine optimum manufacturing location (prototype / production) based on customer logistics / factory capabilities in co-ordination with global operations team. • Address concerns and resolve problems as required. • Drive Engineering Change Orders and New Product Releases. • Utilize global design engineering resources to increase throughput and maximize efficiencies. • Build cost models for new product designs by working with manufacturing and external vendors. • Complete comprehensive product development projects to convert EAR opportunities into revenue. • Organize and publish regional EAR reports with updates to drive weekly meeting agenda. • Maintain organized project files. • Travel with Sales team to provide technical presentations to customers as required. (up to 15%)Drive rapid resolution of technical quality and production issues related to product consumed within the region. • Assist in value engineering initiatives. • Any other duties as assigned. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>908 Devices Inc. (NASDAQ: MASS) is revolutionizing chemical analysis with its simple handheld devices, addressing life-altering applications. The Company’s devices are used at the point-of-need to interrogate unknown and invisible materials and provide quick, actionable answers to directly address some of the most critical problems in vital health and safety applications, such as the fentanyl and illicit drug crisis, toxic carcinogen exposure, and global security threats. The Company is headquartered in the heart of Boston, where it designs and manufactures innovative products that bring together the power of complementary analytical technologies, software automation, and machine learning. For more information visit 908devices.com. 908 Devices is headquartered in Boston, MA with an office in Danbury, Connecticut and a growing population of remote staff worldwide. Position Summary We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a passion for being part of a small, closeknit Engineering team designing and building portable chemical detection instrumentation. The ideal candidate will contribute throughout the full product lifecycle — from concept and design to prototyping, testing, and production support. This role requires a strong foundation in SolidWorks and mechanical design fundamentals, along with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines, manufacturing, and supplier teams to deliver reliable, precise, and well-integrated hardware solutions. Key Responsibilities • Contribute throughout the full product lifecycle • Create plans and designs using CAD programs (SolidWorks) • Hands-on assembly of electromechanical sub-systems • Support quality assurance standards though design and by partnering with onsite Manufacturing and Operations teams on parts inspection, troubleshooting, etc. • Collaborate with external suppliers and vendors • Physical testing of parts & systems • Analyze problems or deficiencies and develop solutions to resolve them • Conduct experiments and evaluations to improve and innovate product designs • Oversee the development and manufacturing of physical prototypes for testing • Document the design process, iterations, and test analytics • Prepare technical reports, design specifications documents, and operational manuals • Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and policies • Stay informed of the latest advancements in technology, design trends, and engineering best practices Skills & Qualifications • Proficient in SolidWorks • Proficient with PDM lifecycle management • Familiarity with designing both machined and injection molded parts • Basic machine-shop skills & 3D printing/prototyping experience • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering field is required • A minimum of 5 years or relevant engineering experience is required • Ability to communicate effectively and continuously with engineers and non-engineers, both internally and externally, in person and virtual • Experience in developing production-level and support documentation, including BOMs, assembly drawings, and maintenance instructions • Hands-on experience assembling and testing electromechanical systems • Attentive to detail and critically minded • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities • Exceptional time management and organizational skills Additional Information • This position is full-time on site at our Danbury, CT facility We are proud to be a company changing the status quo in our industry. Join us and work with curious and innovative people, creative problem solvers, risk-takers, and dedicated colleagues as we reimagine the future of Mass Spec. 908 Devices does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
See More Details >>Embarking on a mechanical trade career in Danbury, CT, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 11,115 mechanical trade professionals in Connecticut, with wages averaging $1,608.38 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel help aspiring mechanical trade workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $82,000 annually for experienced professionals.
