Senior Mechanical Integration Tech - Power Turbines

Lazarus Energy; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Holidays and PTO

401k program eligibility

Fully stocked kitchen

Job summary

Lazarus Energy is seeking a hands-on mechanical assembler to build test stands, piping, valves, heat exchangers, and supports. You will modify hardware, assist with testing, and help develop fabrication capabilities in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical assembly or hardware development, experience with cranes, rigging, piping, and welding. On-site work in El Segundo, with equity, benefits, and a fast-moving team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, industrial equipment installation, fabrication, or hardware development.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, diagrams, and basic electrical installation layouts.
• Experience with overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and forklift operations.
• Familiarity with industrial piping, flanges, valves, fittings, and mechanical assemblies.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, resourcefulness, and ability to work independently and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to safe work practices and high-quality workmanship.
• Experience with manual and CNC machining (lathe & mill) and use of metrology tools for inspection.
• Prior manager or leader of a team of technicians; experience interviewing and identifying skill gaps for milestones.
• Direct experience with power-generation equipment, process skids, or test stands.
• Experience with high-pressure piping systems, pressure testing, and leak detection.
• Welding experience (MIG/TIG) including beveling and fixturing for weldment repeatability.
• Experience with cable trays, conduit, and routing industrial power and instrumentation wiring.
• Startup-style hardware R&D environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Assembly: Assemble test stands, piping systems, valves, heat exchangers, and mechanical subsystems, including bolted flange connections and associated hardware.
• Structural Fabrication: Fabricate, assemble, and modify steel frames, equipment supports, brackets, and test fixtures using common shop tools and fabrication techniques.
• Electrical Installation Support: Install cable trays, conduit, and mounting hardware; route and secure power and instrumentation cables in coordination with electrical engineers and technicians.
• Hardware Development: Modify existing hardware, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and develop practical solutions alongside engineers.
• Machining & Fabrication: Perform basic manual machining, drilling, cutting, grinding, and fitting to support hardware development.
• Testing & Commissioning: Assist with pressure testing, leak checks, instrumentation installation, equipment setup, and test operations.
• Shop Support: Maintain tools, equipment, and organized workspaces while helping develop the company's fabrication and assembly capabilities.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Read drawings

Overhead cranes

Rigging

Forklift operations

Industrial piping

Valves & fittings

Hand tools

Power tools

Metrology equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Safety practices

CNC machining

People leadership

Power-generation equipment

High-pressure piping

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Cable routing

Job description

Lazarus Energy is seeking a hands-on mechanical assembler to build test stands, piping, valves, heat exchangers, and supports. You will modify hardware, assist with testing, and help develop fabrication capabilities in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical assembly or hardware development, experience with cranes, rigging, piping, and welding. On-site work in El Segundo, with equity, benefits, and a fast-moving team.