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Associate Mechanical Assembler/Test Technician (Shift 1 / Shift 2) - #26-21939
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What they do
An Engine and Machine Fabricator or Assembler constructs, assembles, or rebuilds machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.
$52,844 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
$30-$36 per hour Milpitas, CA Contract
- Duration: 12 months contract
- + Seeking an Associate Test Engineer to support front-end assembly and build of large, complex systems in a manufacturing/cleanroom environment. The role involves hands-on mechanical assembly, system cabling, cable routing, installation, and troubleshooting of equipment with multiple moving components.
- Responsibilities:
- + Perform hands-on mechanical/manufacturing assembly of large systems.
+ Install and route system cabling; cable builds may take 2-3 days.
+ Troubleshoot assembly, cabling, and system-level issues.
+ Work with mechanical components, optics, XY stages/robots, gas purge systems, and related equipment.
+ Use hand tools and perform physical assembly activities.
+ Work in a Class 100 cleanroom for extended periods.
+ Support equipment installation, including climbing ladders up to approximately 8 feet when required.
+ Follow safety, quality, cleanroom, and manufacturing procedures.
+ Lift and move components weighing approximately 30-50 lbs independently.
- Experience:
- + Hands-on experience in manufacturing assembly, mechanical assembly, or equipment build.
+ Troubleshooting experience.
+ System cabling and cable-routing experience strongly preferred.
+ Experience working with large mechanical/electromechanical systems preferred.
+ Experience with XY stages, robots, or gas purge systems is a plus.
+ Cleanroom experience preferred, but candidates who can comfortably work in a cleanroom environment may be considered.
+ Comfortable using hand tools and performing hands-on assembly.
+ Ability to work extended hours and maintain a 6-day/week overtime schedule.
- Skillsets:
- + Mechanical or electromechanical assembly + Alignment, testing, or equipment troubleshooting + Robotics, motion systems, stages, or automated equipment
- Education:
- + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering is preferred, but strong hands-on assembly experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Recent graduates with relevant hands-on projects, mechanical assembly, automotive work, hobbies, or tool experience may also be considered
- About US Tech Solutions:
- US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions.
To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- AI Statement:
- By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.
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