Industrial Technician -Electrical / Mechanical Assembler

Job Title
Electrical / Mechanical Assembler

Location
Buffalo, NY

Department
Manufacturing / Production / Assembly

Employment Type
Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Shift - 1st Monday-Friday 7am -4pm | 2nd Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12am

Company Overview
GTI Energy designs and manufactures complex modular systems supporting modular data center infrastructure, energy storage systems, power generation platforms, defense, and industrial markets. Our Buffalo facility is a fast-growing industrial manufacturing site focused on fabrication, welding, paint, electrical integration, mechanical assembly, and final system build. We are hiring skilled hands-on talent who want long-term careers in advanced manufacturing.

Position Overview
GTI Energy is seeking an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler to support the hands-on build of complex industrial products and modular systems. The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling mechanical components, installing electrical hardware, routing wiring, mounting equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring products are built safely and accurately.

The ideal Electrical / Mechanical Assembler has experience in industrial manufacturing, mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, HVAC, maintenance, construction trades, or similar hands-on environments. The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler must be dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working with tools, drawings, and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Mechanical Assembly
• The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will assemble frames, brackets, doors, hardware, ducting, insulation, and structural components into finished products
• Perform drilling, cutting, fastening, bolting, grinding, mounting, and mechanical fit-up activities
• Install pumps, fans, louvers, hinges, supports, and other industrial mechanical equipment
• Ensure assemblies meet dimensional and quality requirements

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Electrical Assembly
• The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will install electrical components including panels, disconnects, junction boxes, lights, sensors, and controls
• Route cable, pull wire, secure harnesses, and support conduit installation as qualified
• Assist with grounding, cable management, and labeling activities
• Use meters and testing tools to verify continuity and basic functionality

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Blueprint Reading
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions
• Follow revision-controlled drawings and production documentation
• Identify missing materials, drawing issues, or fit-up concerns and escalate appropriately

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Tools & Equipment
• Safely operate hand tools, drills, saws, impacts, grinders, torque tools, and measuring devices
• Use tape measures, levels, calipers, and inspection tools
• Support material staging, movement, and workstation organization

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Quality & Safety
• The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler must build products to quality standards supporting First Pass Yield (FPY)
• Follow OSHA safety standards, PPE requirements, and plant safety procedures
• Meet production schedules, takt time goals, and throughput expectations
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation using 5S principles

Electrical / Mechanical Assembler – Teamwork & Growth
• Work closely with Welders, Electricians, Fabricators, Supervisors, Engineers, and Quality teams
• Support rework, punch-list items, prototype builds, and urgent customer orders
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, and Kaizen initiatives
• The Electrical / Mechanical Assembler will have opportunities for advancement into Lead, Technician, or Supervisor roles

Required Qualifications
• 2 years of experience as an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler, Industrial Assembler, Mechanical Assembler, Electrical Assembler, Industrial Technician, HVAC Installer, Maintenance Technician, or related role
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, schematics, or assembly drawings
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and work in an industrial environment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience as an Electrical / Mechanical Assembler in industrial manufacturing, contract manufacturing, or modular systems environments
• Experience with wiring, conduit, panel builds, pumps, fans, HVAC, piping, or mechanical installation
• OSHA training, forklift certification, or trade school education preferred