Associate Mechanical Technician I - Reflectors
AMETEK · Suwanee, GA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Travel
- 30%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at AMETEK (industrial) in Suwanee, GA. Set-up and installation of back structures, stands, reflector panels and associated products.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Welding
- Day to day
- about 30% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 43 other live reliability postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 55%
- Root cause 41%
- ✓ Team leadership 39%
- ✓ Welding 30%
- Robotics 23%
- EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Summary
The primary role of this position is to perform mechanical assembly of various precision assemblies of Reflector products, including back structures and stands. The Mechanical Technician – Reflector position involves the assembly and installation of a low volume, high technology, high variation product mix, produced in a project driven, build-to-order production working environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Fasten components or parts together, using hand tools, structural adhesives, torque wrenches, and welding equipment.
- ◆Positions and aligns components for assembly, manually or utilizing various material handling tools and equipment.
- ◆Read assembly blueprints, schematics, and specification manuals, and assist with assembly, rework, repair and safe lifting and movement of delicate heavy products.
- ◆Clean materials as required to allow proper adhesion of paints and glues.
- ◆Inspect and test parts and accessories for leakage, defects, or functionality, using electronic, optical, and mechanical test equipment.
- ◆Set and verifies clearance of parts.
- ◆Set-up and installation of back structures, stands, reflector panels and associated products.
- ◆Verify conformance of parts to stock list and blueprints, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, tape measures, micrometers, and indicators.
- ◆Lay-out, drill, ream, tap and cut parts for assembly.
- ◆Perform Preventative Maintenance per instructions and update checklists.
- ◆Examine parts upon M.O. receipt and during build for defects such as improper fit, breakage and excessive wear.
- ◆Fabrication of panels and structures, requiring material cutting, clamping, gluing, lifting, and painting.
- ◆Work with little supervision in field installation scenarios.
- ◆Ability to manually lift/move up to 45 pounds.
Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or GED, Associates degree desirable
- ✓2 years minimum of machine building / assembly experience or a combination of applicable course work and job experience.
- ✓Due to the nature of NSI-MI Technologies’ programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
- ✓This position will require domestic and international travel, approximately 30% of the time.
Qualifications
- ✓Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment. MIG and TIG Welding capabilities.
- ✓Set-up and operation of metalworking equipment such as milling, drilling, turning, and grinding machinery to shape or fabricate parts.
- ✓Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering background desirable.
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About Us
Join AMETEK NSI-MI Technologies, a trailblazer in RF measurement innovation, transforming aerospace, defense, satellite, and wireless industries. Our groundbreaking solutions, from turnkey systems to precision components, are crafted to surpass expectations and drive success. If you're eager to make a significant impact and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, join us at NSI-MI Technologies and elevate your professional journey.
What’s in It for You
- •Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
- •Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
- •401(k), plus matching
- •Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
- •Employee referral program
- •Tuition reimbursement program
- •Employee assistance program
- •Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
- •Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities
Location
This position is located in Suwanee, Georgia, a vibrant and welcoming community just 30 miles north of Atlanta. Known for its excellent schools, low crime rates, and abundant green spaces, Suwanee offers a high quality of life. The city's award-winning parks, lively Town Center, and year-round community events offer a dynamic and engaging environment.
To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at: https://www.ametek.com/careers
To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at: https://www.nsi-mi.com/