Assembler Large Engine

Fairbanks Morse, LLC in; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse Engine in Beloit, Wisconsin, is seeking an Engine Assembler to build large, heavy‑duty engines per drawings and specifications. You will perform precision operations, assemble crankshafts, blocks, cams and related sub‑assemblies, and fit piping and controls while maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards.

Candidates should be able to read blueprints, work with precision tooling, and operate hand tools, torque wrenches and lifting equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and work from drawings.
• Experience using precision tooling and measurement devices.
• Proficiency with hand, pneumatic and electric tools.
• Ability to work at different heights wearing a harness.
• Forklift and overhead crane certification eligibility.
• Capable of working under pressure and self-motivated.
• Ability to follow standard work documents.

Responsibilities

• Assemble engine components per drawings and specifications.
• Perform operations such as burr, file, surface, drill, tap, ream, and water test parts.
• Assemble sub-assemblies (crankshafts, blocks, cams, and bearings) and related components.
• Fit and assemble piping/tubing from pre-manufactured sources or department.
• Install controls, governors, and alignment assemblies; set timing and torque bolts.
• Maintain tolerances by fitting and aligning as required.
• Disassemble, rework, and prepare engines for shipping per customer specs.
• Handle parts up to 75 pounds; heavier items with hoist/overhead crane.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision tooling

Hand tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane

Ability to read and follow standards

Teamwork under pressure

Tools

Fixtures

Parallel and arbor press

Torque wrenches

Surface plates

Measuring instruments

Job description

About Fairbanks Morse Engine

Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, assembles, tests, and distributes heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse® and ALCO® brand names. Fairbanks Morse manufacturing is conducted in its U.S.-based facility. FME sells its high-performance engines directly to naval marine customers and shipyards. As a principal supplier of reliable diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, U.S. Coast Guard, and the Canadian Coast Guard, FME enables the defense industry to complete worldwide mission-critical operations. FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.

Learn more about FME by visiting www.fairbanksmorse.com.

Fairbanks Morse is an Equal Opportunity and All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Primary Function:

Assemble a variety of large engines

Tools & Equipment:

Fixtures, parallels, arbor presses, torque wrenches, air drills, air grinders, hydraulic jacks, surface plates, impact wrenches, heating elements, torches, hand tools such as hammers, files, scrapers, chisels, hacksaws, wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers; measuring instruments such as scales, micrometers, feeler gages, indicators, strain gages, bridge gages; blueprints; hoists, overhead cranes and lifting devices. Special tools or fixtures specific to engine assembly; standard work documents. Stanisol and pressure cleaning devices. Dry ice, CO2 and liquid nitrogen.

Working Procedure:

• Receive assignment, drawings and/or verbal instructions.
• Assemble engine complete to drawing specifications performing operations such as burr, file, surface, drill, tap, ream, dowel shim water test and clean parts as required.
• Assemble miscellaneous parts and sub-assemblies such as crankshafts, lower base, block, connecting rod, camshafts and bearing gear assemblies; assemble cams, fuel oil pump assemblies, control rods and make final settings; assemble lube oil pump and associated parts.
• Fit and assemble piping/tubing received from piping department or pre-manufactured pipe/tubing.
• Assemble all controls to engine, governor and distributor rive; assemble and fit gas cam housing and gearing to engine, set timing, set in alternator, set rotor to stator, align to crank extension, adjust air gap and torque bolts; assemble rotor arm housings, rocker arms and pins, turbo-chargers and associated brackets.
• Maintain tolerances by fitting, aligning an adjusting.
• Disassemble and reassemble parts during the wear in and test procedures. Dismantle engine, clean up and replace any worn parts and prepare for shipping according to customer specifications or company shipping.
• Handle parts by hand up to 75 pounds, heavier parts by hoist or overhead crane as appropriate.

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements:

• Ability to read blueprints
• Experience with precision tooling and use
• Hand tools, pneumatic and electric tooling
• Ability to work with a harness on at different heights
• Ability to get qualified/certified to operate a forklift and overhead crane
• Works under pressure well
• Is self-motivated
• Ability to comprehend and follow standard work documents
• Ability to handle heavy parts based on FMD standards
• Must be able to work with various solvents
• Must be able to get respirator certified
• Experience with hydraulic tooling
• Ability to use of excessive heat and cold for assembly processes
• Must be able to execute tasks without direct oversight constantly