Welding & Assembly Technician (Mon – Thurs 3:45pm – 2:15am)

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Company paid Health and wellness

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy in Charlotte, NC is seeking Alignment Mechanics for night shift Monday–Thursday (3:45pm–2:15am) to assemble and align turbine components, perform welding and fabrication, and ensure quality throughout manufacturing.

You will read blueprints, operate cranes, and use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions, tolerances, and product quality, while handling materials safely and maintaining equipment in good condition.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in turbine assembly, mechanical maintenance, machining, fabrication, or related industrial environment.
• Experience in turbine assembly operations including alignment, blading, seal installation/removal, welding, fabrication, and adjustments.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and overhead cranes for loading/unloading and strict lifts.
• Knowledge of shop mathematics and ability to read blueprints, drawings, specs, charts, and work instructions.
• Able to use precision measuring instruments (calipers, gauges, micrometers) to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Experience setting up and operating manual machine tools (lathes, Bridgeport mills, grinders).
• Proficient with computers to retrieve and review product data and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, follow instructions and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform turbine assembly, alignment, blading, seal installation/removal, welding, fabrication, and component adjustments.
• Operate material handling equipment and overhead cranes for product movement and critical lifts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Use computers to retrieve, record, and review product data and manufacturing information.
• Measure, calculate, and verify dimensions and tolerances using precision tools.
• Set up and operate manual machine tools such as lathes, Bridgeport mills, and grinders.

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Alignment Mechanics begin their normal working week Monday – Thursday (3:45pm – 2:15am). Once clocked in, they put on designated safety gear and proceed to their work area. After completing these tasks, the mechanic will look over their job assignments for the day, ensuring materials, tools and traceability requirements have all been reviewed and are available before starting work.

A Snapshot of Your Day

Alignment Mechanics begin their normal working week Monday – Thursday (3:45pm – 2:15am). Once clocked in, they put on designated safety gear and proceed to their work area. After completing these tasks, the mechanic will look over their job assignments for the day, ensuring materials, tools and traceability requirements have all been reviewed and are available before starting work.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Perform turbine assembly, alignment, blading, seal installation/removal, welding, fabrication, and component adjustments.
• Operate material handling equipment and cranes for product movement, loading/unloading, and critical lifts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Use computers to retrieve, record, and review product data and manufacturing information.
• Measure, calculate, and verify dimensions, tolerances, and product quality using precision measuring tools.
• Set up, operate, maintain, and clean manual machining equipment (Bridgeport, lathe, grinders, etc.), including deburring finished products.

What You Bring

• 1-3 years of experience in turbine assembly, mechanical maintenance, machining, fabrication, or a related industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing turbine assembly operations including alignment, blading, seal installation/removal, welding, fabrication, and mechanical component adjustments.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and overhead cranes, including product movement, loading/unloading, and critical lift activities.
• Knowledge of shop mathematics and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, charts, and work instructions.
• Capable of using precision measuring instruments (calipers, gauges, micrometers, and related tools) to verify dimensions, tolerances, and product quality.
• Experience setting up and operating manual machine tools such as lathes, Bridgeport mills, grinders, and similar equipment.
• Proficient with computers for retrieving, recording, and reviewing product data and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently, follow instructions, and maintain high quality standards.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About The Team

Gas Services offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave