ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN

Process Insights Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Accounts

Life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Process Insights, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking an Assembly Technician to perform mechanical and electronic assembly for laser-based gas analyzers.

You will join the IMS division, reporting to the Production Manager and helping prepare high-precision instruments for shipment. The role requires strong attention to detail, self-management, and the ability to coordinate with Engineering, Production, and Aftermarket teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related technical field or 2–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in mechanical assembly with excellent manual dexterity.
• Hands‑on experience with soldering, electronics assembly, and precision component handling.
• Ability to use electro/optical test equipment, including oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, schematics, method sheets, and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic and mechanical components for gas analyzers and related equipment with precision.
• Solder lasers, circuit boards and other sensitive parts.
• Prepare parts and materials based on drawings and BOMs.
• Finalize analyzers and equipment for shipment after verification of requirements.
• Operate electro/optical test equipment (oscilloscopes, wavemeters, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot assembly issues.
• Support inventory accuracy and cycle counts.
• Shift between multiple tasks to meet production needs.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Soldering

Reading drawings

Test equipment

Fiber optics

Manual dexterity

Team player

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree OR 2–5 years experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital voltmeters

Wavemeters

Job description

Process Insights, Inc. (PI) is a fast growing, innovative global company, focused on differentiated analytical solutions and technologies used in critical‑mission applications in chemical, industrial, semiconductor, environmental, clean energy, life sciences, agriculture, food & beverage and other continuous process industries. Our products provide differentiated solutions across a diverse range of applications ensuring safe operation, quality output, efficiency and productivity improvements, and reduced disruptions and downtime; all while managing increasing regulatory complexity and cost in industrial processes. Our global portfolio of trusted technologies is known for consistency, reliability, repeatability, and performance that adds exponential value to our end‑user’s applications and processes. Our exceptional aftermarket services and support are a crucial component to our continued success and ultimate customer intimacy.

We currently have an opening for an Assembly Technician, for our Industrial Measurement Solutions (IMS) division. This individual is responsible for performing both mechanical and electronic assembly tasks to support the production of laser‑based gas analyzers and related equipment. This position is based in Houston, TX, reporting to the Production Manager with a focus on assembling, testing, and preparing high‑precision analytical instruments for shipment.

This is an Operations department position that will collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Aftermarket Teams.

This role plays a critical part in driving our vision to partner with our customers to become their preferred process analytical solutions provider.

Successful candidates will be detail‑oriented, consistent, and analytical. We are looking for candidates who are self‑managed and task‑oriented, motivated to learn and coordinate with other team members, and adaptable to perform in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. If you are conscientious, poised, and friendly, this position could be a great fit!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble electronic and mechanical components for gas analyzers and related equipment with precision and attention to detail.
• Solder lasers, circuit boards, and other sensitive electronic parts as required.
• Pull and prepare parts and materials based on drawings, diagrams, method sheets, and job specifications.
• Finalize and prepare analyzers and supporting equipment for shipment while verifying all requirements.
• Operate and maintain electro/optical test equipment (oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, wavemeters, etc.).
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electronics‑related assembly issues in collaboration with engineers and scientists.
• Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy.
• Efficiently shift between tasks depending on production and delivery requirements.
• Support production activities as needed to meet product delivery schedules.
• Apply PI values to tasks and responsibilities.
  • Operational excellence, communication, service- minded, innovation, integrity, collaboration.
• Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to all safety protocols and procedures, actively identifying potential hazards, and promoting a culture of safety among the team.
• Apply equal amounts of skills and dedication to all other duties as assigned.

Qualifying Attributes and Skills:

• Associate’s degree in a related technical field (Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Technology) OR 2-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in mechanical assembly with excellent manual dexterity.
• Hands‑on experience with soldering, electronics assembly, and precision component handling.
• Ability to use electro/optical test equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, and wavemeters.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, schematics, method sheets, and BOMs.
• Experience handling or routing fiber optic cables preferred.
• Must be able to regularly push, pull, and lift up to 30 pounds as part of routine assembly and production activities.
• Extremely detail‑oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality workmanship.
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills; able to multitask effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team, with a willingness to assist beyond assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be able to work unsupervised and have initiative to follow through on commitments with team and management.

Process Insights is an equal opportunity employer with a generous compensation plan:

• Excellent earning potential with qualifying annual bonuses
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Plan
• Elective Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Elective Critical Care, Hospital Confinement, and Accident Coverage Plans
• Life Insurance (1X), Short and Long-Term Disability