What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Technician position at VALIS?
JOB TITLE: ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Location: Worcester, MA
Who We Are
We're a fast-moving, rapidly growing B2B SaaS company focused on bringing modern technology to the metal recycling industry—an essential but underserved market segment. Our technology helps recyclers close more deals, operate more efficiently, and finally ditch the pen-and-paper workflows.
We're an early-stage company, backed by leading climate-tech VC's, looking to bring on new team members that can help us build VALIS and transform the industry. We lead with authenticity, boldness, passion, and empathy focused on creating a more sustainable future. A career at VALIS is one where you'll be empowered to expand your technical and leadership abilities while having a positive impact on the world.
Role Overview
This is a role that's ideal for someone that is eager to roll up their sleeves, be hands on and move fast. As Engineering Technician, you'll be a key to the successful delivery of our product to customers. This will include fabricating and testing hardware, and managing procurement, inventory and shipping.
What You'll Own
Engineering Design and Analysis
What We're Looking For
What We Offer
Location: Worcester, MA
Who We Are
We're a fast-moving, rapidly growing B2B SaaS company focused on bringing modern technology to the metal recycling industry—an essential but underserved market segment. Our technology helps recyclers close more deals, operate more efficiently, and finally ditch the pen-and-paper workflows.
We're an early-stage company, backed by leading climate-tech VC's, looking to bring on new team members that can help us build VALIS and transform the industry. We lead with authenticity, boldness, passion, and empathy focused on creating a more sustainable future. A career at VALIS is one where you'll be empowered to expand your technical and leadership abilities while having a positive impact on the world.
Role Overview
This is a role that's ideal for someone that is eager to roll up their sleeves, be hands on and move fast. As Engineering Technician, you'll be a key to the successful delivery of our product to customers. This will include fabricating and testing hardware, and managing procurement, inventory and shipping.
What You'll Own
Engineering Design and Analysis
- Work with engineering to design mechanical parts and systems from concept through fabrication-ready models
- Work with engineering evelop and maintain engineering drawings, tolerances, and BOMs to support fabrication and procurement
- Work with engineering to iterate designs based on prototype feedback, test results, and field observations
- Assemble mechanical and electromechanical products using hand tools and fixtures
- Fabricate components and hardware as needed
- Support basic electrical assembly tasks including wiring, connector termination, and soldering
- Perform product inspections, fit checks, and functional tests
- Conduct mechanical and fatigue testing on prototypes and production units
- Record measurements, test outcomes, and anomalies during evaluations
- Handle ordering, receiving, labeling, and stocking of hardware
- Update inventory, usage logs, receiving spreadsheets, and build records
- Document assembly procedures, mechanical processes, and test workflows
- Help maintain up-to-date build instructions, SOPs, and technical notes
- Package and ship completed mechanical assemblies to customers
- Update shipping logs, tracking info, and outgoing inventory records
- Communicate with customers regarding shipments or returns
- Sort scrap-metal samples for testing
- Operate material-analysis instruments to characterize metal composition
- Record measurements, manage sample IDs, and help maintain datasets
- Assist in preparing data for analysis, charts, and internal reports
What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma/GED
- Expereicene working in mechanical, manufacturing, electrical, or robotics related fields
- 1-5 years of experience in technical, mechanical, or hands-on engineering work
- Ability to commute to our facility in Worcester, MA on a regular basis
- Comfortable performing manual tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds
- Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, tools, fixtures, or fabrication
- Self-sufficient, organized, and able to manage competing priorities without close supervision
- Experience with basic electrical work: low-voltage wiring, soldering and PCB-level assembly
- Experience with packaging, shipping, or inventory management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take initiative to solve problems and complete tasks
- Interest in materials, recycling, or sustainable technology (bonus)
- Thrive in fast-paced environments
- Are highly organized and able to work independently
- Are energized by ownership and solving real-world problems
What We Offer
- High-impact role with real ownership and autonomy
- Competitive base salary, benefits, and meaningful equity
- The chance to shape a company and solve real-world problems in a critical industry