Mechanical Assembler

EMD Curtiss Wright Electro Mechanical; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Match and Profit-Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

EMD Curtiss Wright Electro Mechanical in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Mechanical Assembler to plan and perform diversified assembly, disassembly, hydrotest, mount, align and pipe complex rotating equipment.

You will use drawings, perform torque and fit-up tasks, operate mag drills, laser alignment, balancing equipment, and handle materials with overhead cranes and forklifts, all while following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Mechanical assembly, piping/tubing, and equipment alignment experience.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, manuals, and technical procedures.
• Proficiency with hand, machine pneumatic tools, torque wrenches, digital torque wrenches, digital torque guns, dial/button indicators, hydraulic torque tools.
• Basic computer skills for daily time keeping sheets and viewing technical drawings and blueprints.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Automotive, small engine repair, mechanical ability is greatly beneficial for this role.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Pulling a torque wrench up to 1,000 FT-LBS.
• Strong initiative, troubleshooting skills, critical attention to details, communication skills, adaptability skills and a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assembly & Fitting: Assemble, disassemble, mount, align, and pipe complex rotating equipment and rotors using technical drawings and sketches. Perform torquing, sealing, gasket cutting, and bedplate drilling/tapping. Close tolerance fit up of critical components.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Conduct hydrotesting, and balancing; troubleshoot issues and hand fit or replace parts as needed.
• Equipment Operation: Operate hand tools, machine tools (mag drills, laser alignment equipment, balancing machine), piping benders, torque guns, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and surface prep equipment.
• Material Handling: Move materials safely across the facility, using overhead cranes, jib cranes and forklifts following all facility safety protocols.
• Safety: Maintain a clean and organized workspace, and strictly follow all PPE and safety guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Piping/tubing

Equipment alignment

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Tools

Mag drills

Laser alignment equipment

Balancing machine

Hydraulic torque tools

Dial indicators

Surface prep equipment

Torque guns

Torque wrenches

Job description

Mechanical Assembler

Our Bethlehem facility is growing, and we are looking for a Mechanical Assembler to join our team! The Mechanical Assembler will plan and perform highly diversified functions necessary to assemble, disassemble, hydrotest, mount, align and pipe a wide variety of assemblies, rotors and equipment. Documented process and procedure driven, delivering top quality products safely to our customers.

Location: Bethlehem, PA (on-site)

Salary: $25.00 - $27.00 Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in PA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• I Health and Wellness Benefits
• I Learning and Development Opportunities
• I Referral Program
• I Competitive Pay
• I Recognition
• I Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Assembly & Fitting: Assemble, disassemble, mount, align, and pipe complex rotating equipment and rotors using technical drawings and sketches. Perform torquing, sealing, gasket cutting, and bedplate drilling/tapping. Close tolerance fit up of critical components.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Conduct hydrotesting, and balancing; troubleshoot issues and hand fit or replace parts as needed.
• Equipment Operation: Operate hand tools, machine tools (mag drills, laser alignment equipment, balancing machine), piping benders, torque guns, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and surface prep equipment.
• Material Handling: Move materials safely across the facility, using overhead cranes, jib cranes and forklifts following all facility safety protocols.
• Safety: Maintain a clean and organized workspace, and strictly follow all PPE and safety guidelines.

What You Bring

• Mechanical assembly, piping/tubing, and equipment alignment experience.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, manuals, and technical procedures.
• Proficiency with hand, machine pneumatic tools, torque wrenches, digital torque wrenches, digital torque guns, dial/button indicators, hydraulic torque tools.
• Basic computer skills for daily time keeping sheets and viewing technical drawings and blueprints.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Automotive, small engine repair, mechanical ability is greatly beneficial for this role.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Pulling a torque wrench up to 1,000 FT-LBS.
• Strong initiative, troubleshooting skills, critical attention to details, communication skills, adaptability skills and a safety-first mindset.

Must be a US citizen and capable of obtaining and maintaining DOD security clearance.

Who We Are

Curtiss‑Wright Engineered Pump Division (EPD) and its predecessor companies have been providing naval and maritime technological expertise since 1847. EPD's pumps go to the heart of the systems that enable the Navy's ships and submarines to protect our nation. Today, EPD is the leading supplier of mission‑critical pumps for the U.S. Navy's Ford & Nimitz Class aircraft carriers and Virginia Class submarines, as well as the Navy's next generation Columbia Class submarine. EPD also supports the entire naval fleet with various innovative pumping solutions such as composite pumps and parts, and provides complete overhaul, upgrade and field service capabilities. For more information, please visit us at https://www.cw-ems.com/epd/default.aspx

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss‑Wright is an integrated, market‑facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well‑balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss‑Wright.

Our Values

• Leadership: We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
• Customer Focus: We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
• Teamwork & Trust: Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
• Respect for People: We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
• Integrity: We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss‑Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.