Laboratory Technician I, CAD & Engineering - Middlesex Community College in Bedford, Massachusetts at Middlesex Community College

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Position Title: Laboratory Technician I, CAD & Engineering - Middlesex Community College

Location: Bedford, MA Category: Full-time Staff Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Aug 4 2026 Job Description:

Title: Laboratory Technician I, CAD & Engineering

Unit: AFSCME Unit I

Department: Academic Affairs, STEM

Reports to: Dean of STEM

Date: August 4, 2026

General Summary: The engineering laboratory technician I maintains a sanitary, safe and efficient learning environment (i.e., computer classrooms and engineering labs) and provides services for faculty who teach engineering, computer aided design (CAD), and workforce development courses. The engineering lab tech will perform administrative and laboratory work which includes maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies, setting up and breakdown of laboratory experiments, and ensuring laboratory safety, efficiency and organization. They will work with the IT Service Desk staff in providing hardware and software support for the Technology Center Service Desk for all MCC Faculty, Staff, and Students, when Robotics and CAD support is not needed, or tasks are completed. This includes answering Service Desk phone calls, creating and updating tickets, and help in supporting other classroom technology. This individual will function as IT support for the CAD and engineering program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure proper functioning of CAD, engineering and robotics equipment, including but not limited to 3D printers, CNC machines, and materials testing equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the computer classrooms and laboratory spaces belonging to the Engineering and Engineering Technology Department and robotics
• Clean, organize, and maintain availability of all equipment in the labs
• Coordinate with faculty via email and in person to prepare materials for lab procedures
• Test and calibrate equipment in preparation for upcoming labs
• Assist engineering students with their projects to safely operate engineering equipment
• Manage inventory of engineering consumables and equipment needed for the labs
• Submit purchase order requests for approval to the department chair (who submits for final approval to the dean's office) based on inventory and upcoming lab requests
• Handle caustic, toxic, and hazardous chemicals according to MSDS guidelines
• Dispose of toxic chemical waste produced in lab classroom following lab protocol
• Coordinate logistics of shared equipment with other departments
• Update and ensure signage for lab safety is available and visible for students and faculty
• Ensure faculty is aware of lab safety requirements and lab request submission procedure

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Aptitude to work on CAD programs such as SolidWorks, Revit, Cadence, or AutoCad
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various lab instruments and machinery
• Ability to assist and support students and faculty
• Flexibility to adapt to new technologies and methodologies
• Willingness to continuously learn and improve skills
• Ability to follow and knowledge of chemical handling safety guidelines
• Familiarity with MSDS (material safety data sheet) and SDS guidelines (safety data sheets)
• Able to maintain motivated autonomous work ethic under limited supervision
• Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks within a deadline
• Strong team and leadership skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suit

Preferred Qualifications:

• A.S degree in an engineering or technology field
• Aptitude to work on CAD programs such as SolidWorks, Revit, Cadence, or AutoCad
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot various lab instruments and machinery
• Ability to follow and knowledge of chemical handling safety guidelines
• Familiarity with MSDS (material safety data sheet) and SDS guidelines (safety data sheets)
• Familiar with working at a community college
• Bilingual skills a plus

Additional Information:

Salary Range: AFSCME Unit I, Grade 15 positions at Step 1 earn $2,152.54 biweekly, $55,966.04 annually. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:

• High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
• Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
• Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
• Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
• Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
• Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
• Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell, as needed

Hours: 37.5 per week.

Expected Start Date: September 2026

Application Deadline: August 25, 2026