Description:

• In this role you will assemble components and perform adjustments on both diesel and natural gas engines.
• You could also perform assembly work in sub-assembly areas directly associated with prime product engine assembly.
• In addition, assembly technicians prepare engines for testing, painting and shipping of prime product.

Job Duties:

• Assembly of large diesel and natural gas engines
• Work includes the use of
  • hand tools
  • pneumatic tools
  • gauges and measuring devices
  • specialized torque equipment
  • electrical testing equipment
  • fork trucks
  • lifting devices/cranes
• Manipulating engine components during the assembly process.
• Learning the technical aspects of engine assembly, including troubleshooting and repair of in process engines.
• Support of safety, quality, and production goals of the area.
• Utilizing computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Applications
• Reading and interpreting standard work in computer programs, engineering prints and factory paperwork

Basic Qualifications:

Applicant must meet ONE of the following criteria:

• Two years of professional job-related experience in auto/diesel/farm experience- OR
• Two years of construction, maintenance and repair- OR
• 3 months of experience through the Lafayette Large Engine facility staffing agency- OR
• 6 months Caterpillar Logistics Assembly experience- OR
• Two years manufacturing experience- OR
• Technical degree in diesel engine, automotive, electrical, electronics, or agricultural/construction equipment technology

Top Candidates will also have:

• Experience as Automotive Mechanic
• Previous Engine Assembly Manufacturing Experience
• Technical Degree
• Engine Assembly / Disassembly / Rebuild / Repair (more than changing oil)
• Previous experience operating a crane/hoist in a manufacturing setting
• ASE Certification for diesel or gas engines
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.