Electromechanical Production Assembler

Job Description

Job Title: Electromechanical Production Assembler III. Location: Burnaby, Canada

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, BOMs, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical systems, including gas handling racks, manifolds, tubing systems, vacuum components, and related hardware.
• Cut, bend, route, and install stainless steel tubing, fittings, valves, regulators, gauges, sensors, pumps, and instrumentation.
• Install, align, fasten, and adjust components to ensure proper fit and functionality;
• Perform basic electrical assembly tasks, including cable routing, connector installation, labeling, and simple test setup.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring equipment, and shop tools.
• Carry out drilling, tapping, deburring, fitting, alignment, pressure testing, vacuum testing, and helium leak checking.
• Complete production logs, work orders, inspection records, and assembly documentation;
• Communicate build progress, technical issues, and process improvement ideas with the team.
• Support improvements to assembly methods, tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and documentation.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Assist with laboratory, production, shipping, receiving, and shop activities as required.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary technical diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 4 years of hands-on experience assembling complex mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Experience with tubing, fittings, manifolds, gas, vacuum, pressure systems, instrumentation, or mechanical rack assembly.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, BOMs, schematics, and written work instructions.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring tools, and shop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently;
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and eager to learn new skills.
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift, and work with mechanical assemblies for extended periods.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred:

• Experience with Swagelok or similar compression fittings.
• Experience with high-vacuum leak checking, pressure testing, or cryogenic assembly.
• Pump maintenance or machine shop experience.
• Shipping and receiving experience.
• Experience working in startup, research and development, or low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments.

Benefits And Compensation:

• Base salary of CAD $57,000 to CAD $78,000 per year.
• Competitive compensation package, including equity, bonus opportunities, and employee benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute to advanced quantum computing technology.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace with career growth opportunities.

Other Information:

• Flexibility to support peak production periods when needed.
• Willingness to assist with laboratory, field, production, and shop activities.
• Commitment to safe work practices, quality workmanship, and respectful collaboration.
• No third-party candidates will be considered;
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.