Mechanical Assembler 

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us. 

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of transportation solutions in the United States. Our innovative solutions in building trains, rail infrastructure, rail electrification and digitalization deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems.

America’s high-speed rail future will be built in Upstate NY. Siemens’ investment in Horseheads will lay the foundation for the next chapter of our nation’s transportation future, making real high-speed rail, what only a few years ago seemed like a dream. When fully operational, the new manufacturing facility will span nearly 300,000 square feet and create around 300 jobs – including electro-mechanical assemblers, quality management, quality control, industrial production and test engineers, project management, supply chain management and logistics employees. Just as New York’s rich rail history once helped shape the state, these skilled jobs will help shape high-speed rail production in our country for the very first time.

Join the growing team at our new world-class manufacturing facility in Horseheads, NY where we are building the first High-Speed trains in the US!  

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Position Overview

As a Mechanical Assembler you will support a broad range of activities in a dynamic, high energy production environment with a strong focus on safety and quality in the assembly of the best High-Speed Trains in the world.

What you will be doing:

• Mechanical assembly pneumatic piping systems according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Read and understand assembly drawings, bills of materials, and assembly instructions
• Safely use hand and power tools.
• Certification for the use of some tools and equipment may be required, such as crane, forklift and fall protection equipment.
• Complete work order documentation, quality documents, and accurately clock labor hours.
• Meet company standards for quality and workmanship
• Meet production schedule, quality requirements, and budgeted labor hours with limited supervision.
• Explain assembly procedures and techniques to fellow workers.
• Follow all safety requirements, including use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE). Contribute to and maintain conditions that ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• High school education or GED
• Basic English skills – ability to read and understand written instructions and effectively communicate verbally.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, and technical documentation.
• General mechanical / technical background.
• Motivation and ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as to work collaboratively in small teams.

We would be impressed if you have:

• A good understanding of metric system measurements.
• 3-5 years of previous experience in the assembly of heavy vehicles or machines (e.g. trucks, military equipment, airplanes, ships, etc.)
• A good understanding of pneumatic piping schematics.
• Experience in the processing of stainless-steel tubing (cutting, bending, soldering) and related connection methods.

Physical Demands: 

• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

• Frequently required to climb, such as, but not limited to stairs, steps, and ladders. 

• Frequently required to work on elevated platforms.  

• Performs work overhead.  

• Lift and move no more than 40 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Candidates should be willing to work in non-climate-controlled environments and inclement weather if required or if applicable
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Why you'll love working for Siemens! 

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay - starting day 1! 

• 401K - 6% company match 

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1! 

• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects. 

• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment. 

• Competitive total rewards package. 

• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning. 

• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off 

The salary for this position is $21.5/hr. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees.  Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html. 

The position requires extensive travel in the United States and internationally for extended periods of time for at least the first twenty-four (24) months and possibly longer to complete in-person job training, which will be vital to your and the Horseheads facility’s success.  Travel and in person training are essential job requirements and are a condition of your employment in this role.  Please note the Company will pay for all business expenses related to the travel consistent with Company policy and guidelines.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. 

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