Machine Builder

Aerotek; Windsor; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a skilled Machine Builder for a contract role in Windsor, ON. You will assemble, install, and integrate mechanical systems and automation equipment, following engineering drawings and build docs. This role emphasizes precision, safety, and collaboration with engineering and project teams.

The position is onsite in Windsor with a typical Monday–Friday day shift. You will help establish build processes in a brand-new facility, supporting timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling industrial machinery, automation equipment, or custom mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and assembly prints.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and standard shop equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot.
• Knowledge of pneumatic components and basic pneumatic system installation.
• Attention to detail to ensure assemblies meet design specifications.
• Experience as a machine builder, mechanical assembler, or mechanical technician.
• Ability to work under the direction of a Machine Build Leader and within a project team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and machine components according to engineering drawings and build documentation.
• Install machine guarding, framework, linear motion components, and mechanical hardware.
• Assemble and integrate automation equipment and custom machinery for industrial applications.
• Perform machine setup, alignment, and adjustment activities to ensure proper operation.
• Install and connect basic pneumatic components and tubing in accordance with specifications.
• Verify that all assemblies meet quality standards and design specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical fit-up and assembly issues as they arise.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and standard shop equipment safely and effectively during builds.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and project teams to support and meet project timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with shop practices.
• Work under the guidance of a Machine Build Leader as the second Machine Builder on the floor.
• Coordinate with team members responsible for pneumatic and electrical assembly to ensure seamless integration of systems.

Skills

Industrial machinery

Mechanical drawings

Hand & power tools

Pneumatic installation

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Quality focus

Machine builder experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Aerial lift certification

Job description

Machine Builder

Job Description

The Machine Builder assembles, installs, and integrates mechanical sub-assemblies and automation equipment according to engineering drawings and build documentation. This role focuses on building industrial machinery and custom mechanical systems, performing machine setup and alignment, installing pneumatic components, and ensuring all assemblies meet quality and design specifications. The Machine Builder works closely with engineering and project teams to support project timelines while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and machine components according to engineering drawings and build documentation.
• Install machine guarding, framework, linear motion components, and mechanical hardware.
• Assemble and integrate automation equipment and custom machinery for industrial applications.
• Perform machine setup, alignment, and adjustment activities to ensure proper operation.
• Install and connect basic pneumatic components and tubing in accordance with specifications.
• Verify that all assemblies meet quality standards and design specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical fit-up and assembly issues as they arise.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and standard shop equipment safely and effectively during builds.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and project teams to support and meet project timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with shop practices.
• Work under the guidance of a Machine Build Leader as the second Machine Builder on the floor.
• Coordinate with team members responsible for pneumatic and electrical assembly to ensure seamless integration of systems.

Essential Skills

• Experience assembling industrial machinery, automation equipment, or custom mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and assembly prints.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and standard shop equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of pneumatic components and basic pneumatic system installation.
• Attention to detail to ensure assemblies meet quality and design specifications.
• Experience as a machine builder, mechanical assembler, or mechanical technician.
• Ability to work effectively under the direction of a Machine Build Leader and within a project team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift certification.
• Aerial lift certification.
• Experience working with automation systems and industrial machinery.
• Experience collaborating with teams handling pneumatic and electrical assembly.
• Comfort working in a new facility and helping establish build processes and standards.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing operation in a brand-new facility dedicated to expanding production capabilities and bringing established products into a new environment. The role offers the opportunity to be one of the first technical hires, providing significant visibility and impact as the site scales. You will work closely with experienced leadership and cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to complex automation and industrial machinery projects while contributing to a clean, modern, and well‑organized shop environment.

Work Environment

This position is based in a brand-new industrial facility being developed as an additional site to take on product transferred from another location. You will work as the second Machine Builder on the floor under a Machine Build Leader, in coordination with a General Manager, a Program Manager, and team members responsible for pneumatic and electrical assembly. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule on a standard day shift. The environment includes the use of hand tools, power tools, standard shop equipment, and material handling equipment such as forklifts or aerial lifts. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, with a focus on precision mechanical, pneumatic, and automation work in a modern shop setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Windsor, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Windsor,ON.

Equal Opportunity

Le principe d'égalité d'accès à l'emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, du handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de l'information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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

Conformément à l'Ordonnance sur l'égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

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.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

Nous pouvons utiliser l'intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d'embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l'évaluation des candidatures. L'IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l'aide d'outils d'IA.

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.