Assembly Technician

Production / Assembly Technician

Shift: 7:00 AM 3:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical and fluid systems including pressure vessels, piping, valves, and heat exchangers

Perform tubing and piping integration including routing, bending, cutting, and fitting

Execute high-quality plumbing of test systems and subsea hardware (Swagelok, compression fittings, welded systems, etc.)

Install sensors, instrumentation, and support hardware for test readiness

Perform pressure testing, leak checking, and system validation (hydrostatic and pneumatic)

Support system bring-up and debugging alongside engineering teams

Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and assembly documentation

Identify and resolve fit-up, tolerance, and integration issues in real time

Drive clean, organized, and repeatable build processes on the floor

Document builds, test setups, and issues for engineering and QA traceability

Support rapid prototyping and iteration under tight timelines

Maintain a safe working environment when operating high-pressure and high-temperature systems

Qualifications

5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, fluid systems, or integration roles

Demonstrated experience assembling and testing complex mechanical or fluid systems

Strong experience with tubing, piping, fittings, and fluid system integration

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and P&IDs

Experience with pressure testing, leak detection, and system validation

Strong mechanical intuition and ability to troubleshoot integration issues quickly

High attention to detail and craftsmanship in assembly work

Track record of working effectively in fast-paced, prototype-driven environments

High ownership mindset and ability to operate independently with minimal supervision

Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with engineers

Preferred Skills

Experience with orbital tube welding and/or other high-reliability welding processes

Experience in high-pressure systems, process piping, or thermal systems

Experience in marine, subsea, aerospace, or energy hardware environments

Familiarity with Swagelok or equivalent fluid system standards and best practices

Light fabrication and manual machining experience (lathe, mill, drill press)

Experience supporting test operations and building custom test infrastructure

Familiarity with cleanliness standards and contamination control for fluid systems

Ability to contribute to fixture design and integration tooling

EPA Section 608 Certification (Universal preferred)

2+ years of hands-on experience with refrigeration/HVAC systems

Comfort diagnosing electrical/mechanical issues and reading wiring diagrams

Pay Range: $40-50/hr

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 2026.