Machine Builder

ATC Automation • Cookeville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ATC Automation is hiring a Machine Builder at its headquarters in Cookeville, Tennessee. This full-time, direct-hire role builds custom automated assembly and test systems for customers across a variety of industries. The Machine Builder assembles, installs, troubleshoots, rebuilds, and repairs custom automation equipment using engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation, working with engineers, designers, and manufacturing teams to deliver systems that meet customer specifications, schedules, and quality standards.

The role involves precision machine assembly, component alignment, equipment setup and testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration across project teams. The employee may also support machining and fabrication activities and travel occasionally to support customer projects. The position requires working in varied indoor and outdoor conditions and performing tasks involving ladders, heights, physical exertion, and exposure to shop-floor hazards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience in machine building, industrial assembly, manufacturing, or a related mechanical field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, assembly prints, and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and mechanical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience assembling precision machinery, automated equipment, or custom machines.
• Experience with mechanical troubleshooting, machine alignment, and equipment setup.
• Working knowledge of machining processes, fabrication methods, toolmaking, and mechanical design concepts.
• Experience using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project demands.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.
• Reliability, dependability, and consistent attendance.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to support customer projects.
• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, bend to floor, and climb ladders and work at heights up to 35 feet.
• Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Near visual acuity with or without accommodation and ability to monitor machine sounds for diagnosis.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various conditions and tolerate exposure to high noise levels, moving or rotating equipment, fumes, dust, oil, and other fluids.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certificate or vocational training in manufacturing, machining, mechanical assembly, or a related field.
• Familiarity with industrial automation equipment, conveyors, robotics, servo systems, or automated assembly equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fit, install, rebuild, and repair custom automated machinery and equipment using engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics to support equipment assembly, troubleshooting, and system integration.
• Verify bills of materials and confirm components are installed according to engineering designs and customer requirements.
• Align machine components and assemblies, verify critical tolerances, and ensure proper fit, function, and performance.
• Perform machine setup, operational testing, equipment tryouts, and performance validation before customer acceptance.
• Complete layout work, including locating, drilling, tapping, and fitting components for machine assembly.
• Create hand sketches and measurements to support fabrication, modifications, or engineering updates.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and assembly-related issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate nonconforming components and determine whether they should be repaired, reworked, or replaced in accordance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with Mechanical Engineers, Controls Engineers, Designers, and other Machine Builders throughout the machine build process.
• Read electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and I/O layouts to assist with low-voltage verification and pneumatic system plumbing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow company safety procedures and best practices.
• Assist the Machining and Fabrication departments as needed to support production schedules and project success.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business and customer needs.
• Complete assigned machine build activities safely and on schedule, minimize rework, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation systems for leading manufacturers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED