Engineering Jobs in Leicester Massachusetts

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

**This role covers the Front End process: Highly Automated Forge and Foundry **

Salary Expectations:

-125-140k

-25% bonus

Keys to this role:

-High manufacturing IQ

-24/7 operation 3 shifts 25 union employees with 3-6 operators per shift.

-Must be a data driven leader

-Must have some sort of forge or foundry experience

PURPOSE:

Manage the Front-End Manufacturing activities for the Worcester, MA facility. Assure that production variable cost and productivity goals are met or exceeded. Improve on-time delivery to customers to targeted level. Adhere to process control/quality criteria so as to reduce rework and scrap. Manage fixed and variable budgets. Full P&L Responsibility for the Isothermal Forge Shop and mult prep.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate and manage a full complement of production and production support activities.
• Interface and work with key staff positions: Materials Management, Product Engineering, Quality, Accounting, HR, IT, etc.
• Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement in the attainment of corporate goals.
• Responsible for cost control and budget attainment.
• Meet required customer shipping schedules.
• Establish working effective relationship with Union leadership.
• Establish and execute capital planning efforts supporting manufacturing

We’re seeking a Quality Specialist to support a manufacturing company’s quality team. This temporary position offers an opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements and compliance initiatives while working on-site in a dynamic environment. Candidates should be prepared to engage in quality assurance activities, uphold regulatory standards, and assist in various improvement projects.

Quality Specialist Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to industry standards, including ISO 13485 and FDA regulations, through regular audits and process oversight.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support and prepare for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Help manage nonconforming materials and oversee corrective and preventive actions.
• Train manufacturing and quality personnel on proper procedures and quality tools.

Quality Specialist Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
• A minimum of three years' experience in a manufacturing setting, ideally within medical device or regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and FDA/QSR regulations.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, Excel, Word, and Minitab.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

Quality Specialist Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to industry standards, including ISO 13485 and FDA regulations, through regular audits and process oversight.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support and prepare for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Help manage nonconforming materials and oversee corrective and preventive actions.
• Train manufacturing and quality personnel on proper procedures and quality tools.

Quality Specialist Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
• A minimum of three years' experience in a manufacturing setting, ideally within medical device or regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 13485 and FDA/QSR regulations.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as Six Sigma, Lean, Excel, Word, and Minitab.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Cost Engineer (Manufacturing)

$80,000 - $100,000 + 401(k) + Medical + Dental + Vision + PTO + Short-Term Disability + Excellent Company Benefits

Worcester, MA (Commutable from Waltham, Marlborough, Leominster, Fitchburg, Sturbridge, Woonsocket)

Are you a Manufacturing or Cost Engineer looking to become the technical go-to expert within a stable, well-established manufacturer?

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership and play a key role in supporting quoting decisions and improving operational efficiency within a company known for its strong industry reputation.

This role will see you responsible for developing accurate cost estimates for new and existing products, analyzing manufacturing data, and identifying opportunities to optimize production costs and improve efficiency.

The company is a well-established manufacturer producing high-quality engineered components for a variety of industrial markets. Now is a great time to join them as they continue to invest in their manufacturing and engineering capabilities.

This role would suit a Cost Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in manufacturing cost analysis, estimating, or production engineering, who is looking to play a key role in both technical decision-making and process improvement initiatives.

The Role:

• Develop and maintain cost estimates for materials, labor, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production data and cost variances to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, operations, and sales teams.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or similar).
• Experience in cost engineering, estimating, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, welding, or assembly preferred.

Sales Design Engineer – CEA (Controlled Environment Agriculture)

Role Overview

The Sales Design Engineer for CEA plays a critical role at the intersection of sales, engineering, and customer solutions. This position supports the sales process by translating customer needs into technically sound, well-designed CEA systems, while helping ensure feasibility, accuracy, and alignment between sales commitments and execution.

This role partners closely with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to develop conceptual designs, validate system requirements, and support proposals for CEA projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sales team by developing conceptual and preliminary CEA system designs based on customer requirements
• Translate customer goals into technical layouts, system concepts, and solution narratives
• Assist with technical scoping, system feasibility, and early-stage design considerations during the sales process
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure designs align with engineering standards, cost assumptions, and operational capabilities
• Provide technical input for proposals, presentations, and sales documentation
• Participate in customer discussions as a technical resource when appropriate
• Identify risks, constraints, or design considerations early in the sales cycle to support accurate selling

Training & Development

This role will receive hands-on training and mentorship from senior leadership and subject-matter experts within the organization. The individual will learn directly from seasoned leaders with deep technical and operational expertise, providing a unique opportunity to be trained by the best of the best during onboarding, our President!

Qualifications (Initial)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
• Background in engineering, design, or a technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience with CEA systems, greenhouse design, or related agricultural or industrial systems required
• AutoCAD or Visio experience
• Knowledge of Project Management processes
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working cross-functionally
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to think both conceptually and systemically

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Sales opportunities are supported with clear, credible technical designs
• Fewer disconnects between what is sold and what is built
• Strong collaboration and trust between Sales, Engineering, and Operations
• Customers feel confident in the technical solution being proposed

We are supporting a leading global life sciences organization with the addition of an IT QC Systems Analyst to support Quality Control (QC) laboratory operations at a regulated manufacturing site in Worcester, MA.

This is a hands‑on, onsite role focused on laboratory systems support, validation, data integrity, and process optimization within a GMP environment.

This role partners closely with laboratory, operations, and enterprise IT teams to ensure systems remain compliant, reliable, and optimized to support daily QC activities.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 12 months
• Work Type: Onsite (Worcester, MA)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rates (W2 or C2C available)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and operational support for QC laboratory systems, instruments, and associated software in a GMP environment.
• Support validation activities and documentation, including SIQ, SOQ, spreadsheet validation, and periodic validation reviews (PVRs).
• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot Excel spreadsheets and macros to streamline data processing, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Perform Windows upgrades, PC decommissions, software installations, and system upgrades for lab and operations computers.
• Support digital transformation initiatives by gathering requirements and feeding improvements to enterprise IT teams.
• Assist with process optimization, elimination of manual workflows, and data integrity assurance across laboratory operations.
• Support and administer operational systems such as SAP, Infor, and MES platforms (including POMS).
• Install and support Acronis and NuGenesis software on laboratory PCs.
• Provide support related to OSI PI / data historian systems as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience supporting QC laboratory systems or applications in a GMP environment.
• Strong experience with Excel, including macro development and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of validation processes and documentation (SIQ, SOQ, spreadsheet validation).
• Experience supporting QC lab instruments, lab software, and Windows‑based systems.
• Hands‑on experience with Windows OS installations, upgrades, and system support.
• Familiarity with enterprise operational systems such as SAP, Infor, or MES (POMS).
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Background in life sciences, pharmaceutical, or biotech environments.
• Prior experience supporting QC labs in regulated manufacturing settings.
• Experience with ITIL and GAMP frameworks.
• Exposure to Waters Empower, OSI PI, or similar data historian platforms.
• Experience with PowerApps, Power BI, SharePoint administration, or cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
• Knowledge of Python, Java, or SDLC concepts is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands‑on experience.

Why This Role:

• This position plays a critical role in maintaining compliance, reliability, and operational excellence within QC laboratories. You’ll work closely with lab users, IT teams, and stakeholders to ensure systems support high‑quality manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Mold Maker (A or B) – Injection Molding Tooling

Worcester County | Direct Hire

Our client, a global manufacturer of high-power electrical connector solutions, is seeking experienced Mold Makers to join their Tool Room team in Worcester County, Massachusetts. These positions focus on building, repairing, and maintaining precision injection molds used in high-volume manufacturing.

This is a strong opportunity for experienced toolmakers, mold makers, or injection mold technicians who enjoy precision machining and working with complex tooling.

Key Responsibilities of Toolmaker:

• Build, repair, and modify precision injection molds and tooling used in production

• Operate and troubleshoot equipment including CNC machines, EDM, mills, grinders, and manual machining equipment

• Work from engineering drawings, CAD/CAM models, and blueprints to fabricate mold components

• Diagnose tooling issues and perform mold maintenance to support production uptime

• Use inspection tools and gauging equipment to maintain tight tolerances

Qualifications of Toolmaker:

• Experience with injection mold fabrication, mold repair, or tool & die work

• Hands-on experience with CNC machining, EDM, grinding, and manual machining equipment

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and CAD/CAM models

• Experience working in a tool room, plastics manufacturing, or precision machining environment

If you have experience building or repairing injection molds and are looking for a stable, highly skilled tool room environment, apply today or message me directly for more information.

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• M.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 2+ years of industrial experience; or B.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 5+ years of industrial experience.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong scientific curiosity with a passion for problem-solving and optimization. Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Strong organizational, planning and trouble-shooting skills.
  
• Understanding of cell culture processes (e.g., cell culture process development, process scale up and scale down, recombinant protein production, protein characterization).
  
• Proven experience working aseptically in cell culture processes at benchtop bioreactor scale.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  * Execute scientific research and development to significantly improve platform processes and workflows, develop new methods, build technical expertise and intellectual property, and deepen scientific understanding.
  
  * Work collaboratively and cross-functionally with colleagues in other functional areas (Analytical Development, Cell Line Development, Discovery, Manufacturing and Quality).
  
  * Proactively seek out new information and opportunities to advance our technologies and pipeline. Critically evaluate relevant scientific, regulatory and business advances and integrate this knowledge.
  
  * Effectively communicate scientific data and concepts to internal and external audiences through reports, presentations and manuscripts. Author and review technical reports, protocols, and other key documents.
  
  * Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, documentation and GMP compliance.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  * M.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 2+ years of industrial experience; or B.S. in biochemical/chemical engineering or life sciences related disciplines with 5+ years of industrial experience.
  
  * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong scientific curiosity with a passion for problem-solving and optimization. Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task. Strong organizational, planning and trouble-shooting skills.
  
  * Understanding of cell culture processes (e.g., cell culture process development, process scale up and scale down, recombinant protein production, protein characterization).
  
  * Proven experience working aseptically in cell culture processes at benchtop bioreactor scale.