Assembly Technician – Turbine Rotor and Housing Assembly

The Junior Assembly Technician supports the mechanical assembly of turbine rotors, housings, and associated components for gas and steam turbines. This entry-level role involves hands-on work in a controlled manufacturing environment, assisting with precision assembly, alignment, and inspection under the guidance of senior technicians or engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Assist in the mechanical assembly of turbine rotors, casings, and internal components, following detailed work instructions and engineering drawings.

  • Support subassembly and main assembly processes, including installation of blades, seals, bearings, and shaft hardware.

  • Learn and apply precision alignment and torque procedures using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and precision gauges.

  • Prepare surfaces for assembly through cleaning, deburring, and visual inspection for damage or defects.

  • Participate in fit-up and dry-run activities to ensure correct tolerances and part compatibility.

  • Help in maintaining proper documentation and traceability for parts and assemblies per quality standards.

  • Collaborate with quality inspectors to perform in-process checks and final inspections (e.g., clearances, runouts, bolt torques).

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment in accordance with shop floor standards.

  • Support disassembly and rework tasks during prototype or repair operations.

  • Report issues such as dimensional deviations, part defects, or tooling problems to supervisors promptly.

Key Focus Areas:

• • Turbine Rotor and Casing Assembly – Handling, orientation, and stacking of rotor disks, blade attachment, shrouds, and spacers

  • Mechanical Fitting & Alignment – Use of precision measuring tools (micrometers, dial indicators, torque wrenches)

  • Safety and Cleanliness – Adherence to PPE, lifting procedures, and FOD (foreign object debris) prevention

  • Quality and Documentation – Following checklists, build records, and part identification protocols

Qualifications and Skills:

• • High school diploma or technical school certificate in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Technology

  • 0–3 years of relevant experience (internship or vocational training in turbine/machine assembly is a plus)

  • Basic understanding of mechanical assembly principles and standard hand tools

  • Familiarity with engineering drawings, exploded views, and part numbering systems

  • Willingness to learn and work under the supervision of experienced technicians and engineers

  • Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to follow structured procedures

  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have):

• • Exposure to rotating equipment or high-speed machinery assembly

  • Basic knowledge of turbomachinery components such as blades, rotors, bearings, or seals

  • Experience with torquing, balancing, or rigging procedures in a shop environment

  • Familiarity with ISO, ASME, or OEM-specific assembly standards