Machine Builder

Steven Douglas Corp • Concord Township, PA

1h

About The Position

At Steven Douglas Corp (SDC) we design and build custom, automated machines that are used in a wide variety of applications and industries. Our fast-paced, high-tech environment challenges our team to develop unique solutions, pushing automation boundaries and delivering innovative, robust machines.

As a Machine Builder at SDC, you will play a critical role in assembling custom automated machines based on detailed engineering documentation. This includes working with mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems. You will collaborate closely with the project team to troubleshoot and refine machine performance, ensuring the highest quality standards are met.

Why Join SDC?
Innovative Machine Design: Create detailed, functional machine build solutions tailored to customer needs.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with our sales, project management, and engineering teams to ensure seamless design integration and execution.
Family-Owned Culture: Experience a supportive and agile environment that values technical excellence and personal growth.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of machine-building practices, tools, and equipment.
• Familiarity with the machining qualities and uses of materials such as carbon steel, tool steels, stainless steel, aluminum, and plastics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings. Familiarity with pneumatic schematics and electrical wiring diagrams is a plus.
• Proficiency with eDrawings, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams is advantageous.
• Capability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds and operate lift trucks and overhead cranes.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom machines using mechanical blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Perform primarily mechanical assembly tasks, including pneumatic and basic electrical work as needed.
• Conduct operations such as mounting, fastening, drilling, tapping, leveling, and plumbing pneumatics or other tube/pipe-based systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to debug, troubleshoot, and resolve machine performance challenges.
• Support machine-building processes through acceptance testing and, if required, assist with on-site customer installations and start-up.
• Operate metalworking and cutting machinery to manufacture or modify custom parts.
• Perform auxiliary duties, including unpacking equipment, packing outgoing machinery, crating, and packaging.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance with supplemental insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 10 company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match per pay period.
• Company-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed