Cortron

Rugged HMI

Careers

Cortron, Inc. founded in 1969, is a privately-held manufacturing company located in Lowell, MA. Cortron provides unique solutions to complex data-entry problems by designing and building extremely reliable, cost-effective products supported by responsive service.  Our business model is based on providing solutions to customers; from minor modifications to full-custom designs.  Cortron has a proven track record of providing rugged products that meet and exceed industrial and military application requirements in which they are used.  We are looking to leverage that experience and success into new applications within our existing as well as new markets.

Our 50 person team is seeking positive, energetic, self-starters who are able to work collaboratively to support our extensive product and service portfolio. If you are looking to make an impact with your creativity, energy and enthusiasm, contact Cortron today.

Cortron, Inc. offers a culture where a motivated and enthusiastic employee can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package including full medical, dental, life, short and long term disability, 401(K), 20 days paid time off, and performance-based bonuses. In addition, we typically shut down for 1-2 weeks (paid time off) during year-end Holidays (above and beyond normal vacation time). We are located right off Route 3, two exits north of Route 495.

Cortron is an EEO/AA-M/F/D/V employer.

 

Available Positions

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Cable Assembler

Cable Assembler

We are looking for a highly motivated Cable Assembler. The right candidate can truly be a significant, hands-on contributor to the overall future success of a small, dynamic company.

Job Summary

The Cable Assembler must be familiar with assembly of point to point cables with various crimp pin connector types and Micro D solder cup assembly.

Qualifications:

• Able to use various cable assembly tools.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of IPC-620 workmanship.
• Read and understand cable assembly drawings.
• Must be detail oriented and self-motivated with a “can-do” attitude.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in cable assembly is required.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on, Engineering Manager to lead our Engineering Team. The person will be the project lead and working manager for a small group of mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineers. The position will also provide technical leadership in the area of embedded controller design including electrical and firmware. This is a great opportunity to be a significant contributor to the overall future success of a small, dynamic company.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Ability to manage and lead a small, multi-disciplined, product development engineering team consisting of Electrical, Mechanical, Software and Documentation Control.
• Project engineering and project management of multiple projects and programs concurrently from initial concept and requirements review to production release. We can have as many as 10 projects active at various phases of completion.
• Interface and support of Sales Department to win projects by producing initial concepts, product feasibility, product design trade-offs, and risk assessments. Must be able to translate final customer requirements into product specifications and create and maintain a project schedule to meet customer expectations.
• Identify and develop a solid group of outside consultants to address peak engineering work loads.
• Assure a high standard of quality in your own work and in the work of others on the engineering team by reinforcing and implementing good engineering practices and striving for continuous process improvements.
• Build and promote a positive working relationship with internal departments and suppliers.

Basic Qualifications:

• BSEE/MSEE with 10+ years experience in analog and digital design.
• 5+ years experience as a project engineer responsible for managing many concurrent projects from concept to full production.
• Experience in designing and implementation of hardware and software using standard Microcontrollers is mandatory. Experience with PIC MCUs a plus.
• Ability to program in Assembly as well as C and C++.
• Strong mechanical aptitude. The candidate must be able to converse with the mechanical engineering department resolving technical issues and guiding the team.
• In depth experience with Microsoft Office Professional and MS Project. Experience with PADs schematic capture software or equivalent.
• Comfortable and effective working in a fast paced, engineer-to-order environment.
• Innovative thinking, high personal motivation, deep engineering capability.
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals and analytical methods, and strong background in the product development process.
• A disciplined and motivational personality that is self-motivated, results oriented, and capable of a sustained and continuous effort.
• Prior experience designing high reliability products for harsh environments is a plus.
• US Citizenship Required
• No Relocation

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule
IT Systems Administrator

IT Systems Administrator

We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on, IT Systems Administrator. This is an exciting opportunity to be a significant contributor to the overall future success of a small, dynamic company.

Job Summary

The IT Systems Administrator is responsible for data processing and automated control systems installation, maintenance, and development within the company. This position is also responsible for hardware and software selection, ordering and maintenance.

Job Description

• Manages Information Technology (IT) operations including computer systems operations (clients and servers), technical support, and systems analysis.
• Provide operational support for database management, telecommunications, IT training and computing technology.
• Establish technical priorities, standards, and procedures for the information systems for the corporation.
• Ability to develop detailed technology roadmaps that clearly align with corporate business strategy.
• Ensures sufficient systems capacity for organizational needs.
• Manages the installation, maintenance, and development of computer hardware, software and information systems to meet company needs for information collection, storage, and retrieval.
• Develop and release policies and procedures related to network hardware, software, support, security, usage, and backup.
• Recommends, purchases, installs, and maintains computer hardware and software.
• Develops and maintains company computer network and internet services.
• Responsible for the building security system.
• Building maintenance tasks related to Information Systems.
• Windows server and desktop administration, Microsoft Office 365.
• Supports integration of new systems, tools and fixtures for the company.
• Manages backup and recovery systems.
• Periodic off-hours support.
• Supports VoIP telephone system.

Job Requirements

• 3+ Years’ Experience in supporting desktop operating systems including Windows 98, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10.
• 3+ Years’ Experience Windows server 2008-2016 administration including Active Directory and MS Exchange 2010.
• 3+ Years’ Experience HP and Dell servers, SonicWALL firewall, HP printers.
• Field internal help desk requests and provide phone and in person advice and guidance for technical issues.
• 2+ Years’ Experience with virtual software technologies.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN.
• Experience with SQL Server administration, previous experience with SQL SSRS a plus.
• Cyber Security – working knowledge of firewalls, switches, routers and security applications.
• Antivirus management and support.
• Knowledge of cat5 wiring techniques.
• Qualified applicants must be professional, well organized, results driven and persistent, able to work in a high volume and fast paced environment, on and off hours.
• Must possess excellent communication skills with the ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Ability to identify root cause of system issues and present options resulting in a final resolution.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Excellent time management is required.
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• AS in Computer Science or Information Technology, BS preferred.

Benefits

9/80 Work Schedule
Mechanical Assembler

Mechanical Assembler

We are looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Assembler. This is a great opportunity to be a significant contributor to the success of a small, dynamic company.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for performing simple to moderately complex mechanical tasks for manufacturing Cortron Products. The person must be able to use power tools (screwdrivers, drills, etc.) to perform the tasks assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and visualization of how products are built.
• Ability to read assembly prints and BOMs as well as ability to follow Work Instructions applicable to their job.
• Perform their job with minimal supervision from the Mechanical Lead.
• Ability to recommend and communicate process improvements based on their work and environment.
• Perform Final Assembly of products that are moderate to complex in nature.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5+ years’ experience in mechanical assembly.
• Previous experience working in a low volume / high product mix, "make to order" manufacturing environment.
• Experience building products that have mechanical, electronic, and cable sub-assemblies.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must have a positive, "Can Do" attitude.
• Accuracy and attention to detail a must.

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