Mechanical Assembler

Industrial Electric Manufacturing · San Antonio, Texas, United States · Other

Posted 2026-10-13

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IEM is currently seeking experienced Mechanical Assemblers to join our team in San Antonio, TX and will report into the Operations Manager.

This position will be based temporarily in NE San Antonio while our new manufacturing plant is coming online. Our permanent location is approximately 25 minutes away at Brooks, 7515 Inner Circle Dr., San Antonio, 78235. The position is also 100% in-office and does not offer remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

Read, interpret and follow basic diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other instructions or procedures to accurately fabricate and assemble materials and equipment.

Use multiple measuring devices such as scales, feeler gauges, rulers, micrometers, calipers tee square, machinist square and tape measure to accurately and precisely perform work.

Mount electrical components include circuit breakers, switches, transformers, relays, contactors, terminals, input/output devices and/or all other related switchgear electrical devices.

Layout and frame enclosures

Drilling, tapping, punching, mounting and installing bus bar sections per drawings or instructions

Perform metal corrections and touch-up painting as directed

Install and/or modify various metallic or non-metallic items and components

Comply with all safety, quality and work rules, guidelines and regulations

The candidate will be expected to perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization (training provided)

Flexible and adaptable team player who operates with agility and resourcefulness and thrives in an often-changing environment. You will be operating with a start-up mindset and must be willing to help wherever needed - "not my job" is an unacceptable response.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma

3 + years of experience in mechanical assembly using mechanical equipment

Ability to interpret drawings, work independently

Strong mechanical aptitude

Ability to work quickly with your hands while maintaining accuracy and high quality

Strong work ethic and motivation to learn

Must be a team player

Competencies:

Technical Capability

Problem Solve/Analysis

Learning Orientation

Teamwork Orientation

Time Management

Attention to detail and thoroughness

Physical/Mental/Environmental:

Physical Demands:

Activities: Sitting – 5% Walking/Standing – 95%

Lifting: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl and climb.

Vision: Long periods of close work on small fonts and fine print on drawings and ability to see small or detailed items.

Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment: Shop/warehouse. Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.

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