Engine and Other Machine Assemblers

Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.

$43,570
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-1% projected 2024โ€“2034
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Engine and other machine assemblers construct, assemble, and rebuild complex mechanical equipment used across industries like construction, manufacturing, and energy production. They work with detailed blueprints and technical specifications to piece together engines, turbines, pumps, and other industrial machinery, often starting with hundreds of individual components. Their day involves reading schematics, positioning and aligning parts with precision tools, and using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment to secure components together. They may install wiring, attach hydraulic systems, or fit gears and bearings, then test the assembled machines to ensure proper operation.

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