Mechanic

Company: Hanwha Power Systems Americas (HPSA)

Primary Location: United States-Houston, TX

Assignment Category: Full Time Exempt

Experience Level: Mid-Level

Title: Industrial Assembly Mechanic

Education Required Level: Bachelor's Degree

Travel Required: up to 30%

Position Summary:

The Mechanic position will perform a variety of mechanical operations/ tasks on compressors and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.

• Responsible for understanding and complying with the safety policy, procedures, and instructions
• Must be able to read and understand Blueprints
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with others as well as working independently.
• Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements an employee needs to fulfill this position. They are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required for the position.

• Disassemble complex rotating equipment and provide written observations of failure modes and condition of "as received" parts.
• Perform and document detailed dimensional and runout inspection of all components.
• Provide written inspection report, to include recommended repairs, and replacement parts needed.
• Assist in cleaning and preparing parts for NDT and PMI examination.
• Provide written instructions and drawings to other crafts involved in manufacture or repair of components.
• Perform quality checks on customer furnished, manufactured, and repaired components prior to final assembly.
• Clean and prep parts for final assembly.
• Assemble equipment complete per OEM, ASME, API, or customer supplied specification.
• Document all final sizes, clearances, and documentation to provide customer with a final repair report.
• Set up and perform hydrotest or pneumatic pressure test, as required, on equipment per customer specifications.
• Communicate with supervision, crafts, and customers during the inspection and repair process.
• Good organization skills.
• Knowledge and use of all types of measuring devices.
• Supply basic mechanics tools and measuring devices required to complete work as assigned.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required.
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment of constant pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, bending and other physical activities.
• Ability and willingness to be in the shop environment a minimum of 8 hours per day, primarily standing and sitting, as required.
• Ability and willingness to work around and use large propane / acetylene torches.
• Ability to operate small lifts, pallet jacks and other lifting equipment (training will be provided on our specific equipment, but basic skills are required beforehand).
• Basic oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve all situations in a respectful and professional manner
• Complete "as received" photo documentation and visual inspection of assemblies and customer furnished spare parts. Basic oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Patience, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to collaboratively work and train / mentor others

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution.
• 5-10 years prior industry experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, including gears, bearings, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting electrical issues on industrial equipment
• Skilled use of various hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment
• Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
• Capability to lift heavy objects, work in confined spaces, and stand for extended periods
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manufacturer manuals

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be required to stand and walk for significant portions of the shift.
• Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs., walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
• Must be able to use hands for assembly and tool usage.
• Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel

Additional Requirements:

• Evening and weekends depending on company needs
• Able to understand, read, write and speak English proficiently
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, physical and background check

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.

Compensation

Hanwha Power Systems Americas (HPSA) offers a dynamic and challenging work environment with benefits including generous Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance and 401(k). HPSA will assist with normal moving expenses.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.