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Mechanical Builder

Waltonen Engineering
Troy, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
Independence Tooling is actively seeking a Mechanical Builder to join our team!

Responsibilities

  • Build and assemble fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling according to engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications
  • Interpret blueprints, GD&T requirements, and technical documentation to ensure accurate fixture construction and assembly
  • Perform precision fitting, alignment, and adjustment of fixture components to meet required tolerances and quality standards
  • Operate hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment to fabricate, modify, and repair fixture components
  • Conduct functional testing and verification of completed fixtures to ensure proper operation and repeatability
  • Troubleshoot and resolve fixture-related issues to minimize production downtime and maintain manufacturing efficiency

Qualifications

  • 3 year of Fixture/Tool Building experience
  • Knowledge of materials, machining, assembly method and mathematics
  • Familiar with automotive and aerospace tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Prior assembly experience required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in aerospace, automotive, or defense

All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Vacation and Holiday pay
  • Employer matching 401K
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
  • Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Independence Tooling is a leader in high-precision custom tooling, jigs, and assembly equipment for the automotive, aerospace, heavy machinery, defense, and energy industries. Our in-house capabilities meet the most stringent industry requirements and deliver high-quality cost-effective solutions. Encouraged by the team approach we foster, our craftsmen proudly commit themselves to meeting client needs on time and within budget.

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

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