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Sterling Engineering

Mechanical Assembler

Sterling Engineering, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104

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Mechanical Assembler Location:

Winston Salem, NC

Duration and Hire Type:

Contract to Hire

Shift:

1st Shift

Hourly Rate:

$22-24/hr

Benefits:

Full Employee Benefits Package includes Paid Time off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical Plans to choose from, Dental, Vision Plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) Plan.

Overview A Mechanical Assembler for one of our clients in the Winston Salem, NC area. Sterling Engineering/Staffing delivers top talent to our clients, with over 100 clients primarily Fortune 1000 corporations.

Job Description Performs repair work and/or operates specialized engine testing equipment, performs multiple assembly and pre‑paint wash/prep, masking sanding, painting. Should have capabilities to troubleshoot, repair and train others. May be required to perform other functions or assist in other departments as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assembling and/or testing parts and components for locomotive engine

Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and welding

Read schematics, blueprints, standard work, perform basic math

Maintain area cleanliness and organization

Follow verbal or written work instructions, standards and/or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely

Advanced Duties and Responsibilities

Assembling parts and components for locomotive alternator

Fasten sub‑assembly parts together with bolts, screws, and additional fasteners hardware

Route and apply electrical wiring harnesses

Route and install hydraulic fluid, fuel lines and electrical wiring harnesses

Fill engine with fuel, coolant and hydraulic oils and prep engine for Test Cell

Operate engine test cell equipment

Perform pressure decay tests and other IPV’s as required

Diagnose malfunctions and perform adjustments or repairs to engines and components to meet quality standards

Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on machines

Check oil levels, air pressures, air filters and perform minimal maintenance to correct issues

Diagnose and troubleshoot assembly problems, part quality issues and test results associated with new parts and engineering changes

Move units in and out of paint booths

Power wash units for paint, check for leaks

Education and Training

HS Diploma or GED

5+ years of experience

Vocational training

Forklift and crane certified

Two or more technical certifications

Qualifications and Experience

Basic PC knowledge for data entry

Forklift and/or crane experience

Problem‑solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes, engineering changes and part shortages

Familiar with manufacturing environment, use of industrial equipment and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring devices

Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, technical correspondence, and memos

Industrial painting systems experience: bulk, pressured, syphon, HVLP, and conventional spray with array of industrial coatings (polyurethane, CARC)

Ability to write effective correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and group situations to customers and employees of the organization

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

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