Custom Industrial Machinery Assembly Technician

Aegis Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Germantown, WI
  • $25–$35 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Build What Others Only Imagine

Step onto the shop floor in Germantown, WI and kick off a day that blends hands-on craftsmanship with practical problem-solving. In this role, about 80% of your time is spent on mechanical assembly and 20% on electrical work—bringing custom industrial machines to life in a supportive, laid-back environment where the team works hard, has fun, and takes pride in the details.

A Day in the Shop

  • Interpret mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics to plan your build approach.
  • Assemble and integrate frames, bearings, shafts, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, belts, and pulleys with precision alignment.
  • Wire and terminate motors, sensors, control panels, and basic machine controls.
  • Drill, tap, ream, cut, and modify parts as needed to meet tight fit and finish requirements.
  • Operate hand tools and power tools, plus drill presses, saws, and grinders safely and efficiently.
  • Verify accuracy using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues encountered during assembly.
  • Keep quality and safe work practices front and center throughout every build.

What You Bring

  • 2+ years in machine building, industrial equipment assembly, automation, or related manufacturing.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Ability to independently read mechanical blueprints and follow electrical schematics.
  • Hands-on experience assembling mechanical drive systems.
  • Comfort with basic wiring, terminations, and control panel work.
  • Skilled with hand and power tools; experienced with drilling, tapping, and reaming.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must have your own tools.

Bonus Experience (Nice to Have)

  • Packaging machinery, conveyors/material handling, or shrink-wrap equipment.
  • Forklift/crane operation.
  • Welding/fabrication.
  • Lean/Continuous Improvement.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Supportive, laid-back shop culture with a tight-knit, tenured team.
  • Build custom industrial machinery—no repetitive production grind.
  • Expand both mechanical and electrical skillsets with hands-on learning.
  • Family-oriented company with approachable, supportive leadership.
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off + 10 paid holidays.
  • Clear paths for growth and advancement.
  • 6:00 AM–2:30 PM schedule with potential overtime.
  • $25–$35+/hr, depending on experience.

Core Proficiencies

  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Machine Building/Assembling
  • Pneumatics and Hydraulics
  • Electrical / Electronic Systems
  • Tape Measure Reading and Shop Math
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Industrial Electrical Experience
  • Mechanical Assembly
  • Equipment Installation & Wiring
  • Equipment Repair & Maintenance
  • Equipment Installation
  • Blueprint Reading

Bring your tools, your craftsmanship, and your curiosity—let’s build something great together.

Numbers & Facts

LocationGermantown, WI
Salary$25–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • Assembly Equipmentunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Craneunmatched
  • Drillingunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Weldingunmatched

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