Mechanical Engineering Technician

Job Description:

Brooks Instrument (www.brooksinstrument.com), an industry leader in flow and pressure instrumentation for critical applications, is seeking candidates for a Mechanical Engineering Technician position that will be based at the company headquarters in Hatfield, Pennsylvania (suburban Philadelphia). The company has manufacturing locations in Pennsylvania, Hungary, Malaysia and Korea, and also maintains sales and service offices throughout the world. Our high-tech products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as: oil & gas, petrochemical, medical devices, waste water, life sciences, and analytical instruments. 

Brooks is a division of ITW (Illinois Tool Works), a fortune 200 company. ITW is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. The company has operations in 56 countries and employs over 50,000 employees. These talented employees, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to ITW’s global leadership in innovation. The company is proud of its broad portfolio of nearly 10,000 active patents, and is focused on fully leveraging its highly differentiated business model to deliver solid growth with consistent best-in-class margins and return on capital.

Basic Function

Work with the Systems Automation Group to fabricate electro-mechanical equipment for test and calibration in worldwide operations.  Support manufacturing technical issues as deemed necessary by the group supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and integrate ultra-high purity (UHP) gas delivery systems including gas panels, manifolds, flow delivery systems, and test bench hardware.

• Build and modify mechanical assemblies, chassis, fixtures, and support equipment using mechanical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.

• Bend, route, and install stainless steel tubing and high-purity fittings while maintaining proper assembly techniques and cleanliness requirements.

• Assemble, troubleshoot, and validate mechanical and electromechanical systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Support production equipment by diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electromechanical issues, performing repairs, and making improvements.

• Interpret mechanical drawings, piping diagrams, electrical schematics, and flow diagrams for both new and legacy equipment.

• Work independently on complex assignments requiring sound mechanical judgement, creativity, and problem solving.

• Work with vendors to identify and procure components by researching products, requesting quotes, and completing purchase requisitions.

• Manage multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining high standards of quality, organization, and attention to detail.

• Regular attendance in person required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience assembling, fabricating, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems.

• Experience building ultra-high purity (UHP) gas systems, including gas panels and manifolds, valves, regulators, and compression fittings preferred.

• Experience bending, routing, and installing stainless steel tubing while maintaining leak free connections.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and flow diagrams.

• Experience with leak testing, pressure testing, and validating mechanical system performance preferred.

• Welding experience, proficiency with CAD, and connecting to PCs and DAQ hardware is a plus.

• Ability to get along with others in a team environment and to follow all safety procedures.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience in a related field.

• Technical Associates degree required.

Physical Demands

Individual must be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. On occasion may need to kneel, crawl and work in cramped areas. Occasional travel may be required with flight times greater than 14 hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions of the position on.

The opportunity to join a well established (80 years in business) yet dynamically changing organization that works together as a team to meet the challenges of satisfying customers’ needs and managing rapid growth to better compete in a global marketplace.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.