Assembly Technician

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum, part of the Bush Group, has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than twenty sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are not only driven by the highest quality standards, but it is also our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.

We have an immediate opportunity available for an experienced Assembly Technician in Indianapolis, Indiana.  The work schedule is M-F, 7am-330pm.

The Assembly Technician will assemble complex vacuum pump and leak detection systems, build electrical control panels, fabricate enclosures, and wire external components. Performs final system testing in accordance with engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, implementing design improvements, and leading continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble scientific instrumentation, valves, piping, vessels, pumps, structural components, and subassemblies into complete vacuum systems, leak detection systems, and standard products by interpreting engineering drawings and schematics
• Perform basic to advanced electrical wiring, as well as hydraulic and pneumatic connections, ensuring proper system functionality
• Verify safe electrical installations, implement lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, energize circuits, and record electrical measurements (amperage/voltage)
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues encountered during assembly, testing, and system startup
• Read and interpret complex electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to support build accuracy and issue resolution
• Perform final system testing, validation, and performance verification to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
• Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve workflow efficiency, and optimize assembly processes
• Partner with engineering teams to drive design-for-assembly (DFA) improvements and enhance product manufacturability
• Recommend and implement minor design or component changes with engineering approval to improve system performance and reliability
• Design, document, and execute electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system modifications

Required Experience & Personal Qualifications 

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience.
• Hands-on experience with vacuum systems and leak detection technologies preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities across multiple disciplines (electrical, mechanical, fluid systems)
• Welding and fabrication experience supporting custom builds and modifications helpful
• Strong organizational skills, extreme attention to detail and creative problem solving and process planning are required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work under tight and frequently changing deadlines in a dynamic business environment is necessary
• High mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and schematics
• High mechanical aptitude
• Control panel wiring
• Fabrication and system integration
• Good reasoning ability and ability to follow work assignments from routine to semi-routine and have the ability to recognize deviations from accepted work practices
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to balance multiple tasks and any stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position are essential requirements in the performance of this job

Job Requirements 

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid drivers’ license
• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check 

• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis 

• Must pass respirator fit test (annual retesting required) 

• Must be willing to maintain facial hair to a minimum for respirator fitment 

• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE 
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Must be eligible to work in the US without company sponsorship, as we do not sponsor Visas. 

Physical Requirements

• This position will work in a warehouse/service center. Indoor and climate controlled industrial environment.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Tasks require walking, sitting, bending, reaching, mobility, and occasional lifting. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time and move intermittently throughout the day. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Work requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, presentations and data-entry), attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication skills including listening and speaking are required for interaction with other employees, vendors, and customers.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Values

Pfeiffer Vacuum believes that we are all suppliers and customers of someone in our organization.  Our employees must be able to demonstrate this customer-centric belief - which means that you are value-adding, reliable, performance-driven, innovative, service-minded and agile – in all of their business activities.  We expect that our company values of open mindedness, trust, communication, thinking strategically/being creative, being courageous, accountable and humble, ethical sensitivity/compliance, resilience/facing diversity and fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement and collaboration will drive the actions of our employees.

Benefits & Opportunities 

Pfeiffer Vacuum offers a comprehensive, attractive benefits package

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  We value promoting from within! 

Pfeiffer Vacuum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation, please contact Michelle Stringer at 757-374-9666.

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