Wind Turbine Mechanical Assembly Technician

Nordex Group; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance with Health Savings/

Dental Insurance & Vision Insurance

Short-Term / Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Student Debt Repayment & Tuition Reimb

Job summary

Nordex Group in the United States is looking for an Assembly Operator - Mechanical Production Technician to build the structural and mechanical components of wind turbines, including nacelle, hubs, and drive trains, following established safety and environmental procedures and quality standards.

You will read engineering drawings, use hand and power tools, operate overhead cranes, perform torquing and alignment, and collaborate with quality and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Mechanical certifications or technical training are preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical assembly or heavy manufacturing.
• Ability to read work instructions and engineering drawings.
• Experience in wind turbine, automotive, or industrial equipment assembly.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components of wind turbines using hand tools, power tools, and overhead cranes.
• Follow detailed work instructions and engineering drawings to ensure accurate builds.
• Perform torquing, alignment, and fit-up of large components such as gearboxes, bearings, and shafts.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Exceed production benchmarks by completing tasks within the designated timeframe.
• Handle materials by lifting, positioning, and removing them from the work area as needed.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to improve assembly processes.
• Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support other production areas as needed and as assigned by the supervisor.
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting with PQA and Engineering departments.
• Assist electrical assembly operators as required.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Quality focus

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical certifications or technical training

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Torque tools

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Nordex Group in the United States is looking for an Assembly Operator - Mechanical Production Technician to build the structural and mechanical components of wind turbines, including nacelle, hubs, and drive trains, following established safety and environmental procedures and quality standards.

You will read engineering drawings, use hand and power tools, operate overhead cranes, perform torquing and alignment, and collaborate with quality and engineering teams.