Electrical/Mechanical Assembly
Position Summary
Our client is seeking a skilled Electrical/Mechanical Assembler to support operations at its Rockford, Illinois manufacturing facility. This role is primarily responsible for assembling complex mechanical components and large-scale machinery using engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed specifications, with additional responsibility for electrical wiring, installation, and testing. The Assembler will work closely with cross-functional team members to fabricate, assemble, modify, and support high-performance industrial equipment and jet engine-related assemblies in a manufacturing environment focused on precision, safety, and quality.
Employment Type
Full-Time, Hourly
Key Responsibilities
- Perform assembly, fitting, filing, reaming, riveting, crimping, swaging, and adjustment operations on mechanical components and assemblies.
- Utilize light machine tools, including drill presses, arbor presses, air and hydraulic presses, riveting machines, and hand tools.
- Trim, file, and fit parts to specification while verifying tolerances using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and precision measuring equipment.
- Operate torque wrenches, force gauges, dial indicators, and additional precision instruments to ensure assembly accuracy.
- Collaborate with team members to layout, fabricate, assemble, and modify jet engine assemblies, test articles, support systems, and test stands.
- Assist in setting up test stands and preparing test articles in accordance with established procedures and engineering requirements.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to guide wiring and installation work.
- Install and wire electrical components such as control panels, drives, motors, sensors, and cable systems; route, terminate, and label wiring and cables according to standards.
- Perform electrical testing and verification using tools such as oscilloscopes and megohmmeters.
- Operate a variety of tools and support utilities used in assembly and testing operations.
- Prepare completed assemblies and test articles for transportation and long-term storage.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors and production teams to maintain workflow, quality standards, and operational efficiency.
- Follow all safety procedures, manufacturing standards, and company policies.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of mechanical assembly experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience using hand and precision tools, including wrenches, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, air levels, drills and taps, and hand grinders.
- Experience operating industrial equipment such as cranes, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, fluid schematics, and detailed mechanical diagrams.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Ability to interpret assembly tolerance requirements and identify proper tools and methods to achieve specifications.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Experience working with large machinery or industrial equipment.
- Ability to distinguish color-coded wiring.
- Ability to stand, kneel, bend, climb ladders, and work at heights for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Dependable, with willingness to work scheduled hours, including overtime, weekends, and second shift as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in electrical assembly, industrial wiring, or a similar role, including 240-480V electrical systems.
- Machine tool industry experience.
- Vocational or trade school certification.
Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Location: Rockford, Illinois.
Travel/Deployment Requirements: Ability to travel to customer sites up to 40% of the time.
Compensation & Benefits
- $18-$32 p/hr ($37,000 - $66,000 annually)
- Travel per diem in addition to hourly rate up to $250 p/day.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
About Lean Synergy Solutions
Lean Synergy Solutions is a Veteran-owned and operated recruiting firm that specializes in aligning top-tier talent with high-impact roles across a variety of industries. Our team, consisting of military veterans and industry specialists, brings a mission-driven approach to workforce solutions. Focused on placing skilled professionals in key roles, we help organizations navigate transformation with precision. We are committed to supporting transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and civilian professionals by providing access to meaningful, long-term career opportunities in government, public, and private sector positions.
