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Install and align mechanical components including conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, motors, servo systems, and machine tooling.
Perform machine setup, adjustment, timing, and mechanical troubleshooting during assembly and testing.
Support machine run-off, debugging, startup, and customer acceptance activities.
What We're Looking For2+ years of machine building, mechanical assembly, maintenance, or automation experience.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly prints, and pneumatic schematics.
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently or within a team environment.
Why This Opportunity?
Build custom machines instead of performing repetitive production work.
Work closely with engineering, controls, and manufacturing teams on unique projects.
Gain exposure to advanced automation technologies, robotics, and custom machinery.
Join a stable, growing organization offering long-term career growth and technical development. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Sterling Engineering, Inc.
Machine Builder
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A Machinist builds and repairs precisely detailed and sized metal parts used in a variety of tools and appliances. Builds parts following a blueprint or creates original designs.
$48,887 / year median in Illinois
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Title:
Machine Builder Location:
Belveidere, Illinois Hire Type:
Direct Hire Shift :
1st shiftCompensation:
$32-35/hrBenefits:
Medical, Dental, 401k Build Custom Automation Equipment from the Ground UpWe're seeking a hands-on Machine Builder to join a growing automation team that designs and manufactures custom machinery for a variety of industries. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and bringing complex automation systems to life. What You'll DoAssemble custom automation equipment and machinery from engineering drawings, assembly prints, and work instructions.Install and align mechanical components including conveyors, bearings, gearboxes, motors, servo systems, and machine tooling.
Perform machine setup, adjustment, timing, and mechanical troubleshooting during assembly and testing.
Support machine run-off, debugging, startup, and customer acceptance activities.
What We're Looking For2+ years of machine building, mechanical assembly, maintenance, or automation experience.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly prints, and pneumatic schematics.
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently or within a team environment.
Why This Opportunity?
Build custom machines instead of performing repetitive production work.
Work closely with engineering, controls, and manufacturing teams on unique projects.
Gain exposure to advanced automation technologies, robotics, and custom machinery.
Join a stable, growing organization offering long-term career growth and technical development. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.