Demo

Electro-Mechanical Testing Technician

Rigaku Americas Corp.
Charlestown, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!

Job Description

Newton Scientific (NSI), a Division of Rigaku Americas Holding, is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Testing Technician who will primarily perform testing activities while also supporting assembly operations on small electro-mechanical products. This is a full-time, hourly position. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical aptitude, experience using electronic test equipment, and the ability to follow established procedures while maintaining high quality standards. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, identifying anomalies, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Testing

  • Execute established test procedures and work instructions to ensure products meet performance and quality requirements

  • Conduct visual inspections and final inspections of assemblies

  • Operate test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, high-voltage test equipment, and other specialized production test equipment.

  • Document test results and maintain accurate production records. Must be detail oriented

  • Identify and communicate product failures, anomalies, and quality concerns

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production schedules, technical questions, and identified issues on a regular basis

Assembly

  • Perform precision electro-mechanical assembly using hand tools and fixtures to assemble electro-mechanical products and subassemblies according to work instructions, drawings, and specifications

  • Perform through-hole and surface mount soldering as needed

Qualifications:

* Required:

  • Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience in electronics manufacturing, electronics testing, or related industries

  • 2 years of hands-on electronic testing or electro-mechanical assembly

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

* Preferred:

  • Experience with electronic products and test equipment

  • Experience with electro-mechanical assembly and soldering

  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment

  • Experience reading assembly drawings, work instructions, or manufacturing documentation.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods

  • Frequent use of hands for testing, assembly and soldering tasks

  • Ability to lift and move materials up to 20 lbs.

  • Manual dexterity and good visual acuity for precision assembly work

Compensation

$27.00 - $31.00 per hour. Starting pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. The final offer may fall anywhere within the posted pay range.

About Newton Scientific

Newton Scientific, a Division of Rigaku Americas Holding, is a leading developer and manufacturer of miniature X-ray sources and high-voltage systems worldwide. As a subsidiary of Rigaku Corporation, NSI combines the collaborative culture of a small company with the stability and resources of a global organization. Employees work directly with advanced electro-mechanical products used in cutting-edge applications around the world.

Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US


All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. This company is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US.

 

Salary : $27 - $31

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Electro-Mechanical Testing Technician?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Electro-Mechanical Testing Technician career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$53,549 - $70,380
Income Estimation: 
$58,869 - $76,887
Income Estimation: 
$67,090 - $86,754
Income Estimation: 
$40,376 - $50,235
Income Estimation: 
$58,739 - $75,310
Income Estimation: 
$46,628 - $61,981
Income Estimation: 
$46,350 - $59,319
Income Estimation: 
$39,976 - $52,208
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Rigaku Americas Corp.

  • Rigaku Americas Corp. Auburn, MI
  • Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives! POSITION SUMMARY Optical Engineer working at RIT is responsible for developing precision op... more
  • 14 Days Ago

  • Rigaku Americas Corp. The Woodlands, TX
  • Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives! Summary: Rigaku Americas is seeking a Senior XRF Applications Scientist to serve as a hands... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Rigaku Americas Corp. Auburn, MI
  • Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives! Rigaku Innovative Technologies. (RIT), a Division of Rigaku Americas Holding, a global supp... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Rigaku Americas Corp. The Woodlands, TX
  • Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives! This position will involve the installation; maintenance and repair of Analytical X-ray Equ... more
  • 9 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Electro-Mechanical Testing Technician jobs in the Charlestown, MA area that may be a better fit.

  • Rigaku Americas Holding Charlestown, MA
  • Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives! To be considered for this role, please apply through our careers site using the link below.... more
  • 13 Days Ago

  • MIT Lincoln Laboratory Lexington, MA
  • The Advanced Capabilities and Systems Group is an agile, innovative, multi-disciplinary team that rapidly develops novel system and technology concepts tha... more
  • 6 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!