Lead Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Join our team as a Lead Electro-Mechanical Assembly professional where you will be responsible for building and wiring industrial UL-508A control panels, assembling electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems, interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, troubleshooting, and supporting equipment testing and startup. You will also have the opportunity to lead and mentor a small team of assemblers, ensuring high-quality workmanship and documentation.

• Build and wire industrial UL-508A control panels.
• Assemble electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot and support equipment testing and startup.
• Lead and mentor a small team of assemblers.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and documentation.

• 5+ years of control panel and machinery assembly experience.
• Strong understanding of NEC / NFPA-79 standards.
• Skilled with PLC/HMI components, VFDs, sensors, and relays.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator.
• Ability to manage priorities in a custom build environment.

• Technical degree or trade school training preferred.
• Experience with UL-508A, OSHA 10, or industrial safety training.
• Experience with industrial water systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with leadership potential.

Experience innovative custom equipment with no repetitive work. Enjoy growth opportunities and make a leadership impact. Benefit from competitive pay and a supportive manufacturing team proudly made in the USA.

The role is set in a fast-paced manufacturing and assembly environment. It involves exposure to electrical components, machinery, and variable temperatures, requiring standing, bending, lifting, and the use of hand tools throughout the day.

This is a Permanent position based out of Middlesex, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr.

Competitive hourly wage. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid time off and 401(k) with company match. Career growth opportunities, including UL 508a Certification training.

This is a fully onsite position in Middlesex,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.