Helen of Troy · 7 hours ago
Engineering Technician
Marlborough, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expHelen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, and they are seeking an Engineering Technician to join their team. The role involves working closely with Project Engineers to develop, evaluate, and test new technologies across various product categories, ensuring product performance, safety, and reliability through hands-on prototyping and data analysis.
Consumer GoodsManufacturingRetailShopping
Responsibilities
Assist in developing and executing test methods and protocols to evaluate new technologies and ensure product compliance with company & industry standards
Conduct hands-on experiments, collect and analyze data, and document findings to provide insights to engineering teams
Build, debug, and test electronic and electromechanical prototypes, including breadboards and early-stage product concepts
Operate and maintain mechanical and environmental test equipment
Assemble test fixtures and conduct performance evaluations, reliability tests, and safety assessments
Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and calibration of analytical equipment to support product testing
Troubleshoot issues related to product performance, safety, and durability, working closely with engineers to identify root causes
Support prototype fabrication, including soldering, wiring, basic machining, and 3D printing
Conduct competitive benchmarking
Maintain a well-organized lab environment and contribute to lab cleanliness and equipment organization
Provide detailed test reports, summarizing experimental data, findings, and recommendations
Follow safety protocols and regulatory guidelines, particularly for medical and electrical consumer products
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in an engineering or technical field
1+ years of experience as an engineering technician, lab technician, or in a related technical role
Experience operating and maintaining test equipment
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Strong understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply the scientific method to problem-solving
Familiarity with instrumentation such as thermocouples, accelerometers, and data acquisition systems
Ability to fabricate prototypes and test fixtures (soldering, wiring, 3D printing, machining a plus)
Knowledge of electromechanical systems, basic programming or firmware testing, and software interfaces
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, troubleshoot issues, and develop creative solutions
Excellent attention to detail with strong documentation and report-writing skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, handling multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with engineers and cross-functional teams
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Hands-on experience with circuit boards, sensors, calibration, and testing of electronic products
Benefits
Salary + Bonus
Healthcare
Dental
Vision
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with company match
Basic Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (STD)
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave
Educational Assistance
Company
Helen of Troy
Helen of Troy is a consumer products company that designs, develops beauty products personal care and housewares.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (20)
2024 (9)
2023 (7)
2022 (14)
2021 (15)
2020 (8)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2024-02-20Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1982-08-13IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Grass
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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