Automation Technician

Automation TechnicianThis is a rare chance to own automation hands-on as a manufacturing operation scales from the ground up. You won't be maintaining someone else's system — you'll be building, troubleshooting, and improving the equipment that makes a first-of-its-kind therapeutic platform possible. As production volume grows, your decisions on preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and process improvement will directly shape how well the operation scales. You'll work closely with the automation team and cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality — with real influence over the technical direction of the floor.Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment, machinery, and hardware systems to minimize downtimeBuild, assemble, and install custom automated equipment, test fixtures, and prototype systemsDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing safety, efficiency, reliability, and product qualityDevelop and maintain SOPs for equipment maintenanceOwn and manage the preventive maintenance (PM) program, including scheduling and documentationAnalyze equipment performance, maintenance records, and failure logs to optimize PM strategyCollaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product development on new product introductions and production activitiesEnsure equipment operates safely and in compliance with company and regulatory standards10+ years of experience in maintenance, mechanical/electrical assembly, or a related technical roleStrong troubleshooting experience across electrical, mechanical, controls, and robotic systems in automated manufacturing environmentsHands-on experience with automated production equipment, sensors, motors, pneumatics, and industrial controlsComfort working in laboratory and cleanroom environments with required PPE (lab coats, shoe covers, hairnets, safety glasses, gloves)Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing preferred, especially with high-volume automated linesWorking knowledge of PLCs, machine vision, motion control, robotics, or basic programming is a plusStrong organizational skills and ability to prioritize across multiple tasks and deadlinesSelf-motivated, adaptable, and driven to keep learning as automation technology evolvesThe anticipated compensation range for this position is $35 - $40 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, qualifications, and internal equity.The majority of our roles at Terrestrial are either onsite or hybrid, which allows us to meet both business and team needs. Candidates applying must be willing to be onsite 4-5 days per week.Location: Woburn, MA and our new, custom facility in Allston MA planned for Q4 of 2026.