System Assembly Tech I

Atlas Copco Group; Export (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Career development

Safe environment

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group in Export, PA, is seeking a hands-on System Assembly Technician to build, test, and troubleshoot custom vacuum and pump systems. You will assemble components, read drawings, use hand and power tools, and ensure quality before shipment.

You should have a high school diploma and experience with mechanical equipment, reading specs, and working safely in a manufacturing environment. Lean manufacturing experience is a plus, and the team emphasizes continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience assembling, maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, or troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, assembly instructions, and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complete vacuum and pump systems using engineering drawings, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Install, align, and secure pumps, motors, valves, piping, gauges, brackets, and other mechanical components.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting during assembly and testing.
• Inspect equipment and make adjustments to ensure proper fit, function, and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues discovered during build and test processes.
• Perform leak checks, operational testing, and quality inspections before shipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work closely with teammates to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Education

Technical, trade school, or vocational training

Tools

Pumps & compressors

Industrial machinery

Job description

At Atlas Copco, we believe there is always a better way. That mindset drives our innovation, sustainability, and commitment to serving our customers. When you join our team, you become part of a collaborative, supportive workplace where your contributions matter.

We are looking for a hands-on mechanical professional who enjoys working with tools, solving problems, and building equipment. If you take pride in diagnosing issues, fitting components together, rebuilding machinery, and seeing a finished product leave the shop operating correctly, this role could be a great fit for you.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Generous paid time off
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Safe, team-oriented work environment

Position Summary

As a System Assembly Technician, you will build, assemble, test, troubleshoot, and prepare custom vacuum and pump systems for shipment. This is a mechanically focused role requiring strong hands-on skills and the ability to work with pumps, motors, valves, piping, and related equipment.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with tools, diagnosing mechanical issues, performing repairs and adjustments, and ensuring equipment operates properly before reaching the customer. This position is best suited for someone with experience working on mechanical equipment, machinery, engines, pumps, or other complex assemblies.

What You'll Do

• Assemble complete vacuum and pump systems using engineering drawings, bills of materials, and work instructions.
• Install, align, and secure pumps, motors, valves, piping, gauges, brackets, and other mechanical components.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting during assembly and testing.
• Inspect equipment and make adjustments to ensure proper fit, function, and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues discovered during build and test processes.
• Perform leak checks, operational testing, and quality inspections before shipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and assembly documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work closely with teammates to meet production schedules and quality expectations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

To succeed, you will need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience assembling, maintaining, repairing, rebuilding, or troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, assembly instructions, and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical, trade school, or vocational training.
• Experience working with pumps, motors, compressors, industrial machinery, fluid systems, rotating equipment, or similar mechanical systems.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical failures and performing equipment repairs.
• Experience rebuilding or refurbishing mechanical components and assemblies.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate overhead and jib cranes.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform physical work throughout the day.
• Ability to work with tools and equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Success in This Role

Successful candidates are mechanically minded problem-solvers who enjoy working with their hands. They take pride in quality workmanship, can troubleshoot issues as they arise, and are motivated by seeing complex equipment built, tested, and ready for delivery. Dependability, teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are essential.

In return, we offer

Join Atlas Copco and build a rewarding career with a company that invests in its people through competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, paid time off, and 13 paid holidays each year.

LEYBOLD USA INC. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Veterans

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Export, PA, United States. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers' success. Our four business areas offer technologies for air and gas compression, vacuum and abatement, automated assembly and quality control, mobile energy management and power generation as well as portable and industrial flow technologies.

Visit the Atlas Copco Group website