Equipment Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts
Equipment Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, concentrated in the life sciences, semiconductor fabrication, and defense electronics sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level process technicians to senior principal engineers. The busiest hiring markets are Greater Boston, the Route 128 technology corridor, and the Lowell-Haverhill area, where established employers like Analog Devices, Raytheon Technologies, and Bristol Myers Squibb maintain significant engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties include process equipment engineering, semiconductor tool ownership, and GMP-compliant cleanroom systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Manufacturing Engineer – Equipment, Process & Quality
Company
- North Andover, MA
- Approximately 35 employees with plans for continued growth
- Family-owned manufacturing company with excellent employee tenure and a strong, team-oriented culture
- Paper converting, coating, laminating, and sheeting manufacturing environment
- Hands-on production environment
Position Overview
We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who will have broad responsibility for equipment reliability, manufacturing processes, production improvement, and product quality.
This is not a desk-based engineering position. The individual will spend significant time on the production floor working directly with operators, maintenance, quality, and management. We need someone who takes ownership of problems and actively works to solve them.
When a machine is down, quality is off, or production is not running properly, this person should be on the production floor helping determine the cause, correct the immediate problem, and develop a permanent solution to prevent it from happening again.
Primary Responsibilities
Equipment & Maintenance
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and actively assist in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing machinery
- Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, controls, and process-related equipment problems
- Work hands-on with operators and maintenance personnel to get equipment back into production
- Identify root causes of recurring equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions
- Help develop and improve preventive maintenance programs
- Assist with equipment modifications, upgrades, installations, commissioning, and startups
- Work with outside vendors and equipment manufacturers when specialized support is required
- Improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
Manufacturing & Process Improvement
- Troubleshoot coating, laminating, sheeting, web-handling, and other manufacturing process issues
- Improve machine speeds, uptime, yields, waste, setup/changeover times, and overall process capability
- Analyze production and downtime data to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities
- Help scale existing manufacturing processes and increase production capacity
- Support production trials and new product/process development
- Develop and improve operating procedures, work instructions, process controls, and operator training
- Help evaluate and implement equipment modifications, automation opportunities, and capital improvements
Quality
- Take an active role in ensuring products consistently meet customer specifications and internal quality requirements
- Troubleshoot product quality issues and determine whether problems originate from raw materials, equipment, process conditions, operating practices, or other causes
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Help establish and maintain process controls, testing requirements, inspection procedures, and quality standards
- Review production and quality data to identify trends and prevent recurring problems
- Support investigation and resolution of customer complaints and nonconforming material
- Work closely with production and quality personnel on startup approvals, in-process inspections, and finished product quality
- Help improve documentation, traceability, specifications, work instructions, and quality procedures
- Participate in customer and supplier quality discussions when necessary
Ownership & Problem-Solving
- Strong sense of ownership and personal accountability
- Does not simply identify or report problems—takes responsibility for driving issues through to resolution
- When equipment is down, quality is off, or production is not running properly, goes directly to the production floor to understand the problem and actively help resolve it
- Strong sense of urgency when production, equipment reliability, product quality, or customer commitments are at risk
- Able to address the immediate problem while also identifying and implementing longer-term solutions to prevent recurrence
- Proactive in identifying potential equipment, process, and quality problems before they result in downtime, waste, or customer issues
- Comfortable making decisions, setting priorities, and taking initiative without requiring constant direction
- Strong follow-through and verifies that corrective actions actually solved the problem
Ideal Candidate
- Approximately 3–7+ years of hands-on manufacturing, process, equipment, or mechanical engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent highly relevant hands-on manufacturing experience should also be considered
- Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot industrial manufacturing equipment
- Comfortable working directly on machinery and assisting with repairs when equipment is down
- Experience with mechanical systems such as bearings, rollers, drives, gearboxes, motors, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics, and sensors
- Electrical and controls troubleshooting experience is highly desirable, including PLCs, VFDs, motors/drives, sensors, and industrial controls
- Strong understanding of manufacturing quality principles, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, process controls, and continuous improvement
- Paper/converting experience is a plus but not required
- Experience with coating, laminating, printing, films, packaging, web handling, slitting, sheeting, or other continuous-process manufacturing would be highly relevant
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Resourceful, practical, and willing to get hands-on
- Strong work ethic, initiative, accountability, communication skills, and follow-through
- Comfortable working in a smaller manufacturing company where responsibilities are broad and everyone works together to solve problems
- Fully on-site; local candidate preferred
Hours
- Primarily first shift / normal business hours
- Flexibility required to occasionally support off-shift production for equipment breakdowns, troubleshooting, startups, trials, quality issues, or training
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- manufacturing: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment engineer jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering required by most Massachusetts employers
- Hands-on experience maintaining or qualifying semiconductor, bioprocessing, or precision manufacturing equipment
- Familiarity with GMP and FDA equipment qualification protocols, including IQ, OQ, and PQ documentation
- Proficiency with CMMS platforms and equipment maintenance tracking systems used in regulated environments
- Strong troubleshooting skills for automated manufacturing or laboratory equipment in production settings
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including process engineering, quality, and facilities in Massachusetts facilities
Equipment Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment engineer in Massachusetts?
The standard path is a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biomedical engineering from an accredited program. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license specifically for equipment engineers, but roles in defense or regulated industries may require a Professional Engineer license through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Many employers in the life sciences corridor also expect familiarity with FDA equipment qualification standards before hiring.
Which companies hire equipment engineers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring equipment engineers in Massachusetts right now include Raytheon, Draper, and BigR.io, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of life sciences, defense, and semiconductor companies means equipment engineering roles appear consistently across both large established corporations and mid-size contract manufacturers throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most equipment engineer jobs?
The cities with the most equipment engineer openings in Massachusetts are Andover, Wilmington, and Marlborough. Greater Boston anchors the market because of its biotech and semiconductor industry clusters, while the Route 128 and I-495 suburban corridors draw significant hiring from defense contractors and medical device manufacturers that have long operated facilities outside the urban core.
Are there remote equipment engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Equipment engineering is inherently hands-on, requiring physical access to tools, cleanrooms, or production lines, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 33% of equipment engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is low relative to most engineering disciplines. The portions most likely to be performed remotely are documentation, qualification report writing, and vendor coordination.
How can I get hired as a equipment engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a co-op or internship through Massachusetts universities like Northeastern, UMass Lowell, or WPI, which run structured programs directly with life sciences and defense employers in the state. Graduates can also target equipment technician or process technician roles at companies like Analog Devices or Massachusetts-based contract manufacturers, then transition into engineering titles. Building hands-on experience with preventive maintenance, calibration, or equipment qualification documentation gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in a credentialing-focused market.
Where can I find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across life sciences, defense, semiconductor, and manufacturing employers. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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