Engineering Technician, Group Lead

You will be responsible for leading a team of engineering technicians who will maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade gantry systems, filling systems, dispensing systems and other equipment used in the production of Nova Biomedicals Consumable Products. The primary objective is to minimize equipment downtime, ensure efficient manufacturing operations, and drive continuous improvement through preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting, and process optimization. This role combines hands-on technical support with leadership responsibilities to ensure timely execution of maintenance activities, effective problem resolution, and adherence to quality and regulatory standards.

If you’re passionate about engineering and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

Supervise and coordinate daily activities of engineering technicians supporting production equipment

Assign and prioritize work to ensure timely response to equipment issues and production needs

Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to technicians

Oversee troubleshooting of dispensing gantry systems utilizing camera positioning systems

Ensure rigorous daily/weekly maintenance of dispense systems and associated equipment

Oversee maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment including: Laser & plasma etching units Dispensing equipment UV curing stations Microscopes Vacuum ovens Pneumatic presses Laminators and drying ovens Filling/Bottling Equipment

Laser & plasma etching units

Dispensing equipment

UV curing stations

Microscopes

Vacuum ovens

Pneumatic presses

Laminators and drying ovens

Filling/Bottling Equipment

Review tools and fixtures for wear; coordinate replacement and improvement efforts with machine shop

Escalate and coordinate with equipment manufacturers for technical support and service requests

Partner with engineering to implement new tooling, fixtures, programs, and processes, including: Updating documentation Establishing maintenance procedures Supporting training requirements

Updating documentation

Establishing maintenance procedures

Supporting training requirements

Lead daily/weekly review of equipment issues and downtime to drive continuous improvement

Monitor equipment performance metrics and implement proactive measures to improve reliability

Develop and maintain equipment downtime metrics and reports

Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and coordinate with manufacturing to minimize production impact

Ensure execution of maintenance activities in alignment with production schedules

Establish and maintain spare parts and component programs to minimize downtime

Support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and engineering-led initiatives as needed

Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, and documentation requirements

Other duties as assigned

10+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment

1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross functional team.

Must demonstrate attention to detail and prioritize workload.

Efficient response to issues as they arise to minimize delays in manufacturing.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Competitive 401k company match

Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays

Generous Tuition reimbursement

Professional development, engagement and events

Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA and Billerica, MA offices

Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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