Lead Electro-Mechanical Systems Assembler

Job Description

Job DescriptionAbout the Role

Picture your day starting at a clean, ESD-safe bench. You review a first-article build, study a complex schematic, and map out your plan. Before lunch, you’ve routed a precision harness, integrated a PCB assembly, and verified torque on a mechanical subframe. The afternoon shifts to diagnostics: oscilloscopes and custom fixtures on the cart, chasing down a system-level anomaly and documenting your findings for engineering. Along the way, you mentor a teammate on best-practice crimping and help refine a digital traveler to make the next build smoother. That’s a typical day for our senior assembler—hands-on, technical, and pivotal to product quality.

What You’ll Do

• Build advanced electro-mechanical assemblies: precision wiring, harness fabrication, PCB integration, mechanical build-ups, and full system installs.
• Translate complex engineering documentation—schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, change orders—into flawless work.
• Run functional tests using meters, oscilloscopes, fixtures, and custom test equipment; analyze results and record outcomes.
• Diagnose system-level failures, perform root-cause analysis, and partner with engineering, quality, and production leadership on corrective actions.
• Lead prototype and first-article efforts; provide actionable DFM feedback and recommend workflow and design improvements.
• Review and validate work instructions, BOMs, and assembly documentation; suggest updates that improve clarity and throughput.
• Coach junior and mid-level assemblers on tools, techniques, and troubleshooting; assist with training for new hires and cross-functional staff.
• Advance continuous improvement initiatives (lean, 5S, workflow optimization, process standardization) to elevate safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Uphold safety standards, ESD protocols, and quality system requirements at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics, mechatronics, or related field strongly preferred.
• 5–8+ years in electro-mechanical assembly, system integration, or similar technical roles.
• Expert at interpreting complex electrical and mechanical documentation.
• Highly proficient with torque tools, soldering, crimp systems, precision measurement, and diagnostic instruments.
• In-depth knowledge of AC/DC, grounding, EMI/RFI, shielding, circuitry, and core mechanical principles.
• Proven ability to independently resolve complex assembly, wiring, and integration issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including documentation and technical reporting.
• Leadership mindset with mentoring experience and team-level training support.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work for extended periods in a production setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or similar certifications.
• Background in high-reliability sectors such as aerospace, medical devices, defense, or robotics.
• Familiarity with root-cause methods (Fishbone, 5 Whys, Pareto).
• Experience with NPI and prototype builds.
• Comfort with ERP/MRP systems, digital travelers, and electronic work instructions.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced production floor with electronics, machinery, and precision tools.
• Strict adherence to PPE, ESD control, safety procedures, and manufacturing quality standards.
• Close collaboration with engineering, quality, materials, and production teams.

Core Proficiencies

• Electrical Schematics
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Mechanical Assembly
• Blueprint Reading