Mechanical Assembler

Aerotek; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Newark, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Assembler to join our team. You will perform electro-mechanical assembly including cable harnessing, box builds, wiring, and valve assembly, following schematics and drawings in a clean room environment.

Day and swing shifts available; contract to hire; pay range $23-$28 per hour; onsite work with benefits may apply depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• Read schematics and drawings to guide assembly.
• 6+ months of hands-on assembly experience.
• Experience with cable harnessing and wiring.
• Soldering experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to multitask and work accurately.
• Electro-mechanical assembly experience (nice to have).
• Clean room experience (nice to have).
• Inspection/quality control experience (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Read and follow schematics, drawings, and work instructions.
• Assemble cable harnesses (cutting, routing, bundling, securing).
• Perform box builds and enclosure assembly.
• Complete basic wiring and point-to-point wiring.
• Assemble valves and pneumatic components.
• Use hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, torque tools, calipers, crimpers).
• Perform soldering on electrical components.
• Inspect assemblies for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain clean room standards and organized workspace.
• Work with a team to meet production goals.

Skills

Schematics reading

Assembly experience

Cable harnessing

Wiring

Soldering

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Calipers

Crimpers

Torque tools

Soldering iron

Job description

Mechanical Assembler Job Opportunity in Newark

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Mechanical Assembler to join our team. In this role, you will perform electro-mechanical assembly, including cable harnessing, box builds, wiring, and valve assembly using schematics and drawings. Youll work in a clean room environment alongside a supportive team to produce high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow schematics, drawings, and work instructions
• Assemble cable harnesses (cutting, routing, bundling, securing)
• Perform box builds and enclosure assembly
• Complete basic wiring and point-to-point wiring
• Assemble valves and pneumatic components
• Use hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, torque tools, calipers, crimpers)
• Perform soldering on electrical components
• Inspect assemblies for quality and accuracy
• Maintain clean room standards and organized workspace
• Work with a team to meet production goals

Requirements

• 6+ months of assembly experience
• Ability to read schematics and drawings
• Experience with cable harnessing and wiring
• Soldering experience
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to multitask and work accurately

Nice to Have

• Electro-mechanical assembly experience
• Clean room experience
• Inspection/quality control experience

Why Apply

• Stable team with long-term employees
• Growth and skill development opportunities
• Medical, holiday, and vacation benefits
• Clean and organized work environment

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM 2:30 PM
• Swing Shift: 2:00 PM 10:30 PM

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA.