Job Title: Mechanical AssemblerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on assembling complex mechanical systems in accordance with detailed production drawings and customer requirements. You will integrate mechanical and fluid systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and coolant components, and support accurate project planning by estimating timelines and documenting each step of the build process. Collaboration with machine assembly teams and other stakeholders is essential to ensure smooth project execution and continuous improvement in forecasting and delivery accuracy.

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical systems in alignment with customer requirements using detailed production drawings and blueprints.
Integrate and connect fluid systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and coolant components, based on technical schematics.
Perform electrical wiring from diagrams and schematics as part of overall machine and system assembly.
Use hand tools and power tools to complete mechanical assembly, wiring, and related build tasks safely and efficiently.
Estimate project timelines to support accurate customer quoting, scheduling, and planning.
Record each step of the build process to support future diagnostics, troubleshooting, and reference.
Partner closely with machine assembly teams and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth, on-time project execution.
Organize, document, and archive project data to better anticipate and fulfill future customer needs.
Review completed projects against initial estimates to refine forecasting, improve accuracy, and enhance delivery performance.
Interpret and follow mechanical, electrical, and fluid schematics to ensure correct assembly and system functionality.
Inspect and verify assembled components and systems using precision measurement tools to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.

Essential Skills

3+ years of heavy mechanical assembly or machine building experience in any industry (5+ years preferred, especially with CNC equipment).
3+5+ years of experience performing full mechanical assembly, including complex machinery and systems.
3+5+ years of experience with electrical wiring from diagrams and schematics.
Immediate and confident ability to use precision measurement tools for inspection and verification.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting production drawings, blueprints, and technical schematics.
Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly using hand tools and power tools.
Experience with wiring and electrical assembly in conjunction with mechanical builds.
Ability to interpret and work from mechanical, electrical, and fluid system schematics.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in assembly, documentation, and inspection.
Ability to collaborate effectively with machine assembly teams and other stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with CNC machinery assembly is highly preferred.
Experience in machine building or custom equipment assembly in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and coolant system integration.
Experience using soldering techniques for electrical or electronic connections.
Comfort working in a showroom-style facility where equipment may be demonstrated to visitors.
Strong organizational skills for recording, archiving, and referencing project data.
Ability to support project time estimation and contribute to continuous improvement in forecasting.

Why Work Here? You will work in a modern, clean, and well-organized facility that is both temperature-controlled and well lit, creating a comfortable and professional environment for high-quality work. The building also functions as a showroom, giving you the opportunity to see completed systems in a presentation-ready setting and take pride in the finished equipment. The structured schedule with defined breaks supports work-life balance and provides a predictable daily routine.

You will contribute to technically engaging projects while collaborating with skilled colleagues in a setting that values quality, precision, and continuous improvement. Work EnvironmentThe role follows a structured schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a 30-minute unpaid lunch and scheduled breaks and lunches throughout the day. The facility is very clean, temperature-controlled, and well lit, providing a comfortable and professional space to perform detailed mechanical and electrical assembly work.

The building also serves as a showroom, so assembled equipment may be displayed and demonstrated, and the environment is maintained to a high standard of presentation. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, precision measurement tools, and work with mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems in a controlled and organized shop setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elgin, IL.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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