Research Engineering Technician

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Led by Guillermo (Gary) Tearney, MD, PhD, the lab’s large multidisciplinary team invents, validates and translates novel devices that use light to conduct microscopy in living patients. http://www.tearneylab.org/

 

Job Summary

Will be responsible for assembling devices for multiple clinical applications. The assembly of all components and sub-assemblies will be performed using drawings, bills of materials, and written instructions. Fabrication work will involve making parts using a 3D printer, lathe/mill, or molding techniques, precise polishing and alignment of optical components, as well as soldering electronic circuits. Will also be responsible for testing and troubleshooting all sub-assemblies and final assemblies. Will also conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that established quality standards are met.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions
-Assemble devices for various clinical applications based on drawings and written instructions.

-Work from and understand schematics, diagrams, written and verbal instructions.

-Align and assemble small components and mechanical systems.

-Testing and troubleshooting of sub-assemblies and final assemblies.

-Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure the established quality standards.

-Perform experiments to validate the performance of the device.

 

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Experience
Mechanical, optical, acoustic or electrical assembly or testing experience 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in using hand tools and basic electronic and mechanical equipment.
- Have the ability to read and follow assembly drawings and directions.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Ability to learn new techniques.
- High degree of computer literacy.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

http://www.tearneylab.org/

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$17.50 - $23.44/Hourly

 

Grade

3

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation