Mechanical Assembly Engineer

This position is ideal for recent engineering graduates or individuals seeking a career path that combines hands-on technical experience with long-term engineering and project management growth opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble commercial and industrial water treatment equipment, piping systems, skids, and integrated process systems according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform mechanical testing, operational checkout, and system verification prior to shipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process-related issues during assembly and testing.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) and support commissioning activities as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, bills of material, assembly drawings, and technical specifications.
• Work alongside Project Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Field Service Engineers, and Project Managers to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle.
• Learn water treatment processes and technologies including reverse osmosis, deionization, filtration, softening, UV, EDI, and related process equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, production efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain accurate assembly, testing, and quality documentation.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering preferred); equivalent experience considered.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required, willing to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment for extended periods, able to learn electrical systems and programming PLC/VFD/HMI devices.
• Will consider all experience levels, including new graduates; willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and P&IDs.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Team lifting or material-handling equipment may be used when required by safety procedures.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%, possibly internationally as well.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position:

Attention to detail Mechanical aptitude Quality-focused mindset

Problem -solving skills Teamwork & Collaboration Time management Safety awareness

Target Salary Range: $70,000 - 80,000 per year, paid hourly. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, level, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for competitive benefits, including: paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, disability benefits and 401(k).

Culligan International Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.