Senior Mechanical Assembler

WET (Design); Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WET (Design) in Burbank, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Assembler to build and integrate complex mechanical systems for high-profile projects. You will read and interpret engineering designs, assemble mechanical and electrical components, and ensure every assembly meets stringent performance standards.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in mechanical assembly, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally. Join us to create exceptional installations that deliver precision and reliability in visible environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly within relevant environments.
• Strong experience with mechanical systems and integrated assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble integrated mechanical systems including structural components.
• Read and interpret engineering diagrams and assembly documentation.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshoot assemblies prior to release.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Plumbing/pipe fitting

Wire harness assembly

Troubleshooting

Tools

Precision measurement equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Senior Mechanical Assembler

WET (Design) – Burbank, CA

At WET, we don’t just build systems— we engineer and manufacture complex, performance‑driven environments that operate on a global stage. Our fountains and features, including the Fountains of Bellagio and the Dubai Fountain, integrate mechanical systems, controls, hydraulics, and show technology to deliver precision, reliability, and spectacle at scale.

Where You Fit In

As a Senior Mechanical Assembler, you will be at the center of building WET’s core systems— translating engineering designs into fully realized mechanical assemblies. You will work across mechanical structures, plumbing systems, and electrical integrations, ensuring each build meets exacting standards for fit, function, and durability.

This role is ideal for someone who has seen a wide range of assemblies, understands how systems come together holistically, and can independently drive work forward while supporting and elevating those around them.

What You’ll Do

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation
• Assemble integrated mechanical systems including structural components, pipe assemblies, valves, manifolds, and electromechanical elements
• Build and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies, ensuring proper termination, labeling, and protection
• Perform plumbing and pipe fitting (threaded, compression, and bonded connections), ensuring leak‑free and field‑ready systems
• Install and align pumps, motors, actuators, sensors, and lighting components to precise tolerances
• Use precision tools including torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers, and alignment tools to verify assembly accuracy
• Chase, repair, and maintain threads using taps, dies, and thread restoration techniques\
• Perform functional testing, troubleshooting, and rework to ensure assemblies meet performance requirements prior to release
• Identify build issues, tolerance stack‑ups, and design gaps; provide feedback to engineering and manufacturing teams
• Support continuous improvement efforts, helping refine build processes, tooling, and assembly standards
• Maintain a disciplined, clean, and safe work environment aligned with 5S and shop best practices

What You Bring

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in mechanical assembly within manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, or custom fabrication environments
• Strong experience with mechanical systems, plumbing/pipe fitting, and wire harness assembly
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• High level of proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement equipment
• Solid understanding of tolerances, alignment, sealing methods, and system integration
• Experience assembling complex, multi‑disciplinary systems (mechanical + electrical + fluid systems)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues during build
• Self‑directed, reliable, and able to take ownership of critical assemblies from start to finish
• Effective communicator who can work cross‑functionally with engineering, fabrication, and production teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience in low‑volume, high-complexity builds or custom engineered products
• Background in themed entertainment, aerospace, automotive prototypes, or similar industries
• Familiarity with hydraulic or fluid systems, pumps, and control assemblies
• Experience supporting installation or field commissioning efforts

Why WET

At WET, your work is not hidden inside a product—it becomes part of a living system experienced by millions. The assemblies you build must not only meet spec, but perform reliably in highly visible, high‑expectation environments.

This is a role for someone who takes pride in precision, ownership, and execution—someone who understands that the quality of their work directly impacts the performance of world‑class installations.

If you’re a highly skilled assembler looking to apply your craft to something truly unique and technically demanding, WET offers the opportunity to build at a level few environments can match.