Assembly Engineer

Job Description

The Assembly Engineer (Intermediate Level) is a hands-on position responsible for supporting projects from initiation through completion, including fabrication, assembly, programming, testing, customer inspections, and on-site installations. This role performs CNC milling and drilling operations and utilizes a variety of manual fabrication equipment, including lathes, welding equipment, band saws, drill presses, manual milling machines, and cutting tools to fabricate and modify components.

The Assembly Engineer programs CNC machines, sets up tooling and fixtures, and builds mechanical assemblies from 2D blueprints and 3D CAD models. In addition to mechanical assembly, this role installs and routes electrical wiring, control cables, and instrumentation in accordance with electrical schematics, panel layouts, and applicable codes and standards. The position also assembles and installs piping and tubing, including hose routing, fittings, manifolds, and leak testing, to ensure proper system operation.

This position also operates material-handling equipment, such as forklifts and overhead cranes, to safely move and position components and assemblies. The role works closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure high-quality, reliable equipment delivery and requires limited travel (approximately 10–15%) for on-site installation and support.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Support projects from kickoff through completion, including fabrication, assembly, CNC programming, testing, customer inspections, and on-site installations

• Perform CNC milling and drilling operations, including machine programming, setup, tooling, and fixtures

• Fabricate and modify components using manual and CNC equipment in accordance with 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, and GD&T

• Assemble mechanical systems, subassemblies, and complete machines for custom and production equipment

• Conduct trial runs, functional testing, and troubleshooting to verify system performance and reliability

• Support customer inspections, commissioning, and limited on-site service (approximately 10–15% travel)

• Operate material-handling equipment, such as forklifts and overhead cranes, safely and effectively

• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve issues, improve processes, and maintain quality and safety standards

Education & Experience:

• Associate's degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Machining, or a related field preferred

• Equivalent combination of hands-on experience, technical training, and demonstrated skills will be considered in place of formal education

• Typically, 5–10 years of hands-on assembly, fabrication, and CNC machining experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Skills and Competences:

• The candidate must be able to independently write, configure, and set up G-code for CNC machines.

• Hands-on experience with CNC milling and drilling, including programming, tooling, and complete machine setups

• Proficiency with manual fabrication equipment (lathe, welding, band saw, drill press, manual mill, and hand tools)

• Ability to read and interpret 2D blueprints and 3D CAD models, with working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional inspection

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience assembling, fitting, and troubleshooting machinery and mechanical systems

• Understanding of machining fundamentals, material properties, and fabrication best practices

• Experience in operating shop and material-handling equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes (certification preferred or willingness to obtain)

• Commitment to safe work practices, quality workmanship, and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams; strong communication and documentation skills

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