Engineering Technician at Helen of Troy in Marlborough, MA

Summary: Helen 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. 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 Required Qualifications: - 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 Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field - Hands-on experience with circuit boards, sensors, calibration, and testing of electronic products Required Skills: Engineering principles, Test method development, Data analysis Important Skills: Electromechanical systems, Prototype fabrication, Test equipment operation Nice-to-Have Skills: analytical skills, Attention to detail, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills 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