Automation Technician

Automation Technician
Woburn, Moving to Allston, November 2026 Onsite
About Terrestrial Bio, Inc.
Terrestrial is transforming the delivery of next-generation therapies, starting with GLP-1. Terrestrials
proprietary Tacterra microarray patch (MAP) and applicator platform consists of a patch resembling an
adhesive bandage, which is applied with a preloaded applicator and removed after a few minutes. Once
applied, each patch delivers bioactive tips into the skin, which dissolve quickly into the body, rapidly
releasing their therapeutic payload. Designed for self-administration, the temperature-stable Tacterra
platform enables precise, controlled delivery of a wide range of therapeutics without medical sharps or
refrigeration.
Terrestrial has generated strong clinical and in-vivo proof of concept across multiple molecules. For more
information, visit .
Why This Role
This 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.
What you will work on
Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment, machinery, and hardware systems to minimize
downtime
Build, assemble, and install custom automated equipment, test fixtures, and prototype systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing safety, efficiency, reliability, and
product quality
Develop and maintain SOPs for equipment maintenance
Own and manage the preventive maintenance (PM) program, including scheduling and documentation
Analyze equipment performance, maintenance records, and failure logs to optimize PM strategy
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and product development on new product
introductions and production activities
Ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with company and regulatory standards
What you bring
10+ years of experience in maintenance, mechanical/electrical assembly, or a related technical role
Strong troubleshooting experience across electrical, mechanical, controls, and robotic systems in
automated manufacturing environments
Hands-on experience with automated production equipment, sensors, motors, pneumatics, and
industrial controls
Comfort 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 lines
Working knowledge of PLCs, machine vision, motion control, robotics, or basic programming is a plus
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize across multiple tasks and deadlines
Self-motivated, adaptable, and driven to keep learning as automation technology evolves
HOW TO APPLY
Send your CV/resume to View email address on click.appcast.io
The salary range for this role is $35.00 hour to $40.00 hour
Terrestrial Bio, Inc. 11 Cummings Park Drive, Woburn, MA 01801