Machine Builder

At Steven Douglas Corp (SDC) we design and build custom, automated machines that are used in a wide variety of applications and industries. We work in a fast -paced, exciting, and highly technical environment where our team never designs the same machine twice and is often challenged with solving problems with no standard solution. We offer above average pay and are continually investing in our people, processes, and technology to push automation boundaries and deliver innovative, robust machines.

Machine Builders at SDC are responsible for working off mechanical blueprints and assembling all physical components of the machine according to the prints and close tolerances. A strong mechanical background is preferred, and on-site training will be conducted to learn job specific skills.

Essential Functions:

• Build Custom Machines based on engineering documentation.

- Primarily mechanical assembly, but pneumatic and some basic electrical is required.

- Assembly, mounting, fastening, drilling & taping, placing, leveling, plumbing pneumatics and/or other tube and pipe-based systems required.

• Actively work with the project team to de-bug, troubleshoot and solve machine challenges.
• Support machine building process through acceptance testing, up to and including potential on-site customer installations and start-up support.
• Operate metalworking and metal cutting machinery for the manufacture and/or modification of custom parts.
• Assist with a variety of other duties as requested, including unpacking received equipment, packing out-going equipment, crating, and packaging outgoing machinery, etc.

• Knowledge of methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the machine building & mechanic trade
• Knowledge of the machining qualities, properties and uses of carbon steel, tool steels, stainless steels, aluminum, and plastics
• Ability to use eDrawings, Microsoft Excel and Teams is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret pneumatic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams is a plus.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and operate lift trucks and overhead cranes.
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.

SDC offers a generous benefits package, with above average pay, 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance options and additional supplemental insurance plans. We offer paid vacation and sick leave, 10 company paid holidays, a 4% employer match to a 401(k) each pay period and a company sponsored HSA plan. We work with a variety of customers and projects that will keep you excited and engaged with a great employee culture guided by integrity, respect, continuous learning, innovation, and teamwork.