Position Summary: APT / Blauberg is a premier manufacturer of generator and distribution switchboards, switchgear, and control panels. We have immediate job openings for Mechanical Assembly and Lead Mechanical Assembly at our product manufacturing facility located in Lafayette, Indiana. Work Environment: • New State-of-the-Art Modern Manufacturing Facility • On-the-job training is provided by the Company • Clean, hard-working, family-friendly, business-tempo atmosphere • Manufacturing, Assembly, Metal Work for Electrical Equipment, Shop Work • State-of-the-art heavy-duty manual & power tools & industrial toolboxes • Adequate quantity of tools provided for each group’s individual toolbox Job Responsibilities may include the following: • Assemble many components of electrical distribution equipment per drawings • Proper utilization of all common shop tools • Accurately make measurements in 1/32” increments • Perform quality and safety inspections on all parts, orders, and equipment • Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary or other assigned duties as required Required Experience and Skills: • Detail-oriented person; the work requires attention to detail • Perform all functions related to assembly operations with minimal training • Must be a self-motivated individual and work well in a team environment • Must be competent in the use of hand tools and power tools • Assure compliance with appropriate quality standards/requirements • Responsible for personal and area safety as well as general housekeeping • Basic math skills (ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers and common fractions) Desired Experience and Skills: • Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics • Computer literacy • Familiarity with AutoCAD prints/drawings • Prior contractor/assembly/wiring or fabrication experience desired • Ability to travel if necessary Education & Qualifications: • Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, work experience, and skill development required Additional Information: • Position Type: • Full Time (First Shift – Days) • Job Function: • Manufacturing, Assembly, Metal & Electrical Work, Shop Work • Approximate Time Commitment: • 40-50 Hours Per Week • Typical Travel Percentage: • Less than 5% travel Compensation: • Commensurate with Experience & Skills. • Hourly wage on the higher end of the Greater Lafayette wage range • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Performance-based Profit Sharing Bonus Click Here for Application & Instructions
See More Details >>GENERAL PURPOSE: The Vehicle Engineer is responsible for engineering and designing New Vehicles from start to finish. This person will be responsible for the design and integration of all vehicle systems found in today’s wheelchair accessible vehicles and set the overall development strategy, maintaining corporate objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Engineer, design and develop new vehicle conversions in CAD (Inventor) Design Mechanism, Suspensions, Structures and Closures (doors & liftgates) Plan for design, procurement, assembly, and validation requirements that align with overall Project Timing, Stage Gate (APQP) and Mitigation Strategies. Ensure vehicle Designs & Systems conform to budgeted Quality and Cost targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Portfolio) to assure vehicle designs account for all requirements. Suggest Low-cost Design alternatives, Common Designs and Standardization. Build and design prototype vehicles. Constantly improve designs, processes, and timing, maintaining project specifications. Participate in design reviews to assure all vehicle conversions are developed and engineered to meet or exceed requirements. Review designs with peers for good design practices and any anticipated design concerns. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: • Mechanism Design knowledge is a most, expertise preferred, and how to integrate it into the design, considering all Tolerances involved. • Understanding of Vehicle Engineering and Integration. Must know what is required for a reliable design. • Proficiency in Structural Design, sheet metal fabrication, welding processes, LEAN principles. • Understanding of fuel, exhaust, cooling and braking systems, materials and industry standards • Experience in with vehicle compartments like Closures & Suspensions. • Knowledge of materials and benefits of utilizing one type over the other • Solid working knowledge of quality, design and validation tools including FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and Tolerance Stack-up. • Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter. • Must possess the ability to function well under the demands of project due dates • Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed • Well organized, accurate and possesses a strong attention to detail • Demonstrated ability to effectively solve and analyze problems • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment • Prototype fabrication and welding knowledge preferred • Windows (computer), Outlook (email), Inventor, AutoCad, Vault, MS Office, and Epicor (ERP)
See More Details >>Job Description: This role will be based at a 250-person food additives facility with multiple US sites. This person will be part of the engineering group with process and project engineers who will assist this person as needed. This person will serve as the Mechanical Integrity Engineer with oversite for all the tanks, piping, and pressure relief valves on site. Responsibilities include equipment inspections; equipment upgrades and interacting with regulatory agencies. This engineer will do the complete design and installation of projects up to one million dollars related to the repair or replacement of equipment as needed to bring equipment into compliance. Secondary responsibilities will be dust control. This company offers an excellent relocation policy including moving costs, lease breaking options, paying home selling costs and a house-hunting trip. Lafayette is a town of 70,000 people, home to Purdue University, an hour from Indianapolis, and two hours from Chicago. The cost of living in Lafayette is 5-10% below the national average. Minimum Requirements: B.S. degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineer with 3+ years of mechanical integrity experience with tanks is a must. Experience with piping, and pressure relief valves are a major plus. Candidates can be out chemicals, foods, or almost any industry Some knowledge of codes (API (510, 570, 653), ASME and NFPA) are needed Dust Hazard and Environmental knowledge are pluses Design through installation of equipment at some level is a huge plus
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Lafayette, IN, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 1,658 mechanical trade professionals in Lafayette, IN, with wages averaging around $231.11 per week for experienced workers. The mechanical trade job market is expected to grow, offering a promising career path with strong earning potential, often exceeding $618.64 per week for seasoned professionals.
