Facilities Technician

What We Do

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's Pyro Thin® products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The company's Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by the world’s largest energy infrastructure companies.

Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform® into additional high‑value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Problem Solvers
• We are Allies
• We Drive Forward

The Manufacturing Facilities Technician at Aspen Aerogels is responsible for supporting the reliability, safety, and operational performance of facility infrastructure and production‑support systems within a highly technical advanced materials manufacturing environment. This role ensures that Aspen’s facilities, utilities, and supporting equipment operate efficiently and align with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards that support Aspen's mission of delivering high‑performance aerogel solutions.

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, process piping, compressed air, and building automation systems.
• Support the continuous operation of process‑critical utilities essential for aerogel production, including boilers, chillers, vacuum systems, and air handling units.
• Monitor facility controls and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and energy performance consistent with Aspen Aerogels sustainability objectives.

• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting for process‑support equipment used in aerogel manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate vendor service, calibrations, and contractor support for specialized equipment and critical utility assets.
• Maintain accurate CMMS records, work orders, and equipment documentation in accordance with Aspen's maintenance standards.

• Ensure all facilities and equipment comply with OSHA, NFPA, environmental, and Aspen Aerogels corporate EHS requirements.
• Actively participate in safety programs, risk assessments, incident investigations, and hazard identification activities.
• Support EHS initiatives related to Aspen’s thermal protection, battery materials, and high‑temperature product operations.

• Support facility expansion, equipment installation, and capital improvement projects across Aspen manufacturing locations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and EHS teams to implement upgrades that improve efficiency, capacity, and safety.
• Assist in managing parts inventory, tools, and supplies needed for maintenance activities.

• Respond to facility work requests and provide timely support to operations, engineering, and administrative functions.
• Support snow removal, grounds keeping, and general facilities upkeep as required.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Aspen Aerogels operational excellence goals.

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years of facilities, maintenance, or industrial experience, ideally in advanced materials or chemical manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of facility systems such as HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and process utilities.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Candidate must possess a valid forklift operator certification and demonstrate competence in the safe operation, inspection, and…