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ENGINEERING TECH,WEEKEND NIGHT($32-$38+)

VulcanForms

Ayer, MAFull-time$32–38/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$32–38/hr
Location
Ayer, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Engineering Technician operates, maintains, and optimizes laser powder bed fusion printers to support applications development and production readiness. The role executes print builds, maintains equipment readiness, documents build and process data, supports printer installation and qualification, and collaborates with engineers to refine workflows. It is an on-site, full-time position in Devens, Massachusetts, scheduled for weekend nights.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Additive Manufacturing3D PrintingLPBFTechnical SoftwareFollowing Work InstructionsAttention to DetailDocumentation DisciplineRepeatable ProcessesHands-on ManufacturingCommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationMetal AM SystemsPrinter QualificationPrinter ValidationRegulated ManufacturingPrint ParametersMaterial BehaviorPost-Processing WorkflowsApplications DevelopmentPrototypingEarly Production Builds

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or Related Technical Field or Equivalent Hands-on Experience2+ Years Additive or Advanced Manufacturing Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - WEEKEND NIGHTS: $32-$38/HR + 15% DIFF, VulcanForms (Devens, MA) VulcanForms, founded to develop the world?s first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution. We build and operate advanced digital infrastructure combining scalable additive manufacturing and precision machining in a clean, safety-focused facility. About the Role: Operate, maintain, and optimize LPBF printers to support applications and process engineering for applications development and production readiness. Execute print builds, maintain equipment readiness, document build and process data, support printer installation and qualification activities, and collaborate with engineers to refine workflows. On-site role in Devens, MA. Hours: Wednesday through Friday and every other Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Key Responsibilities: - Set up, operate, and perform daily maintenance on OEM Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) printers - Prepare and execute print jobs using OEM printer software, including build setup, file preparation, and parameter selection - Support applications development by executing print builds accurately and on schedule - Assist with printer installation, qualification, and validation activities, including IQ, SAT, OQ, and PQ, and maintain related documentation - Monitor print quality, identify machine, material, or process issues, and escalate as appropriate - Maintain accurate records, build documentation, and process data for traceability and continuous improvement - Collaborate with applications, process, and manufacturing engineers to refine materials, parameters, and workflows - Support OEM printer operations for application demonstration and production scaling efforts Qualifications: - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience - 2+ years of experience in additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, or a hands-on production environment - Familiarity with 3D printing/additive manufacturing concepts; LPBF experience preferred - Comfortable with technical software tools and following detailed work instructions - Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and ability to execute repeatable processes - Willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment and learn complex equipment - Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Preferred: - Hands-on experience with metal AM systems (EOS, SLM, Renishaw, or similar) - Exposure to printer qualification, validation, or regulated manufacturing environments - Basic understanding of print parameters, material behavior, and post-processing workflows - Experience supporting applications development, prototyping, or early production builds Compensation: - Hourly Range: $32.00 - $38.00 / hr + 15% weekend night differential *Actual compensation based on skills, qualifications, and experience. VulcanForms offers competitive pay, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, generous PTO, and a 401(k) with company match. Location / Team: Engineering, Devens, MA Job Details / Notes: - Employment Type: Full-time, On-site - Work Schedule: Wednesday-Friday and every other Thursday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM Application / Contact: TO APPLY, CLICK THE BLUE "MORE INFORMATION" BUTTON TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION THROUGH THE VULCANFORMS WEBSITE, & CONTACT MASSHIRE NORTH CENTRAL VIA EMAIL TO REQUEST REFERRAL ASSISTANCE: [email protected] (SUBJECT LINE: "JOB ORDER ID#: 24584793").

How this job compares

Set against the 1,895 open Engineering Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$32–38/hr
  • US median$32–46/hr783 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $35/hr, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($40/hr) — in the middle half of Engineering Technician hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 22 open Engineering Technician jobs in Massachusetts and 1,895 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Engineering Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (1,479 postings).
Education
37 of the 1,895 open Engineering Technician jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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