Senior Mechanical Technician (6 month contract)
Waters · Milford, MA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
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- Recently
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A technician-level reliability role at Waters (pharma & life sciences) in Milford, MA. Assist Development Team with technical support necessary for the department to meet project schedules in alignment with objectives.
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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Against 29 other live reliability postings in Massachusetts.
- Experience asked
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- Team leadership 37%
- PLC 30%
- EHS / safety 27%
- Welding 23%
- Automation 20%
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This plant: Waters in Milford
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Responsibilities
- ◆Assist Development Team with technical support necessary for the department to meet project schedules in alignment with objectives.
- ◆Assemble prototypes, sub-assemblies, engineering builds, trade show units, etc.
- ◆Perform testing of components, PCBs, sub-assemblies and modules under the direction of Development Engineers.
- ◆Assist in troubleshooting problems associated with systems, instruments, modules, sub-assemblies, components, etc.
- ◆Procure material internally and externally.
- ◆Rework material or instruments as required.
- ◆Identify root cause, design issues or design improvements
- ◆Assist with departmental tasks such as maintainence/operation of 3D printers and other lab equipment.
Qualifications
- ✓Education:
- ✓Vocational High School or technical degree is preferred.
- ✓Knowledge of opto/electrical/mechanical instrumentation.
- ✓Experience:
- ✓One to three years of experience as a opto-mechanical/mechanical technician or a similar role
- ✓Experience using hand tools and lab equipment.
- ✓Experience using various computer based software testing products.
- ✓Proficient in following assembly and testing procedures.
- ✓Good verbal and written communication.
Company Description
Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
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Overview
Waters is seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Technician to join our Development Engineering team. This individual will effectively assemble, test, and troubleshoot electro/opto/mechanical problems in a fast-paced new product development environment. This role provides opportunities to contribute or lead daily development activities in both an individual and team capacity. Utilize computer skills to perform basic data collection. Provide analysis during prototyping and engagement with the engineering team analyzing designs.
This role is an initial 6 month contract with potential to extend. The individual will be hired as a contingent worker through Waters' primary temporary staffing partner. Pay Range: $30-38 per hour.