Experience using mechanical measurement equipment, including calipers, depth gauges, and dial indicators.
Ability to read electrical schematics, pneumatic process diagrams, and mechanical assembly drawings.
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities.
Attention to detail and ability to work across multiple technical domains.
Ability and willingness to work independently and as part of a larger team.
Responsibilities
Assemble electro-mechanical subsystems, including motion assemblies, actuators, sensors, and mounted electrical hardware.
Install motors, encoders, limit switches, heaters, and instrumentation onto mechanical structures and vacuum equipment.
Ensure proper fit, alignment, and serviceability of integrated assemblies.
Install, route, and terminate power, control, and signal wiring in accordance with electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Perform cable routing, labeling, strain relief, grounding, and cable management to quality standards.
Support control cabinet wiring and system interconnect between cabinets and field devices.
Install pneumatic components such as valves, regulators, gauges, flow devices, and actuators.
Route, cut, label, and connect pneumatic tubing and hoses according to diagrams and best practices.
Support leak checking, pressure testing, and troubleshooting of pneumatic systems.
Assemble mechanical structures, frames, brackets, vacuum hardware, and mounting systems to support electrical and pneumatic installations.
Perform basic alignment to ensure proper operation of motion and process equipment.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical work to avoid interference and ensure clean system integration.
Support system-level testing, including continuity checks, I/O verification, motion checkout, and basic functional testing.
Troubleshoot electro-mechanical issues identified during build and commissioning.
Work with engineering and commissioning teams to resolve integration challenges.
Follow engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions accurately.
Provide feedback on design improvements, assembly challenges, and documentation updates.
Assist in maintaining accurate as-built documentation.
Adhere to electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and mechanical safety requirements.
Follow vacuum cleanliness, electrostatic discharge, and general shop safety standards.
Work closely with mechanical assemblers, electrical technicians, engineers, and commissioning staff.
Support cross-functional integration efforts to meet project schedules and quality goals.
Contribute to a team-oriented culture focused on accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.
Desired Qualifications
Forklift operation experience is an asset but is not required.
Position Overview APEX is currently accepting applications for an Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our Product Development and Automation Group. This is a full-time position reporting to the Lead-Hand / Operations Manager. This role is responsible for the integrated assembly, wiring, and installation of electro-mechanical systems used in optical coating machines. The Electro-Mechanical Technician bridges mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic disciplines, supporting full system builds from subassembly through final integration, testing, and commissioning support.
Responsibilities
1. Electro-Mechanical Assembly
Assemble electro-mechanical subsystems including motion assemblies, actuators, sensors, and mounted electrical hardware.
Install motors, encoders, limit switches, heaters, and instrumentation onto mechanical structures and vacuum equipment.
Ensure proper fit, alignment, and serviceability of integrated assemblies.
2. Electrical Wiring & Interconnect
Install, route, and terminate power, control, and signal wiring in accordance with electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Perform cable routing, labeling, strain relief, grounding, and cable management to quality standards.
Support control cabinet wiring and system interconnect between cabinets and field devices.
3. Pneumatic & Fluid System Assembly
Install pneumatic components such as valves, regulators, gauges, flow devices, and actuators.
Route, cut, label, and connect pneumatic tubing and hoses per diagrams and best practices.
Support leak checking, pressure testing, and troubleshooting of pneumatic systems.
4. Mechanical Assembly & Integration
Assemble mechanical structures, frames, brackets, vacuum hardware, and mounting systems as required to support electrical and pneumatic installations.
Perform basic alignment to ensure proper operation of motion and process equipment.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical work to avoid interference and ensure clean system integration.
5. System Testing & Troubleshooting
Support system-level testing include continuity checks, I/O verification, motion checkout, and basic functional testing.
Troubleshoot electro-mechanical issues identified during build and commissioning.
Work with engineering and commissioning teams to resolve integration challenges.
6. Documentation & Continuous Improvement
Follow engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and work instructions accurately.
Provide feedback on design improvements, assembly challenges, and documentation updates.
Assist in maintaining accurate as-built documentation.
Adhere to electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and mechanical safety requirements.
Follow vacuum cleanliness, ESD, and general shop safety standards.
7. Collaboration & Teamwork
Work closely with mechanical assemblers, electrical technicians, engineers, and commissioning staff.
Support cross-functional integration efforts to meet project schedules and quality goals.
Contribute to a team-oriented culture focused on accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent work experience in industrial automation or manufacturing environments.
Computer experience with Windows based applications.
Previous experience using oscilloscopes and multi-meters.