Mechanical Assembly Technician

San Diego, CA 92121 (100% Onsite) | 2nd Shift | $20.10/hr

ATR International is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician to support a client in San Diego, CA. This role performs a variety of operations to assemble mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and sheet metal enclosures, working from assembly prints, wiring diagrams, and schematics to build drawers, chassis, enclosures, and racks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and sheet metal enclosures per assembly prints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Perform hand soldering, wire harnessing, and cabling on assembly units
• Determine and/or follow proper methods and sequence of operations for assigned tasks
• Perform routine go/no-go testing of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies
• Set up test devices using hand tools or automated test methods
• Document test results and maintain logs/records of malfunctions as needed
• Perform repair work and other duties as assigned
• Work on assignments of moderate complexity requiring sound judgment and initiative in resolving problems

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of mechanical assembly experience
• Working knowledge of component polarity
• Ability to read and work from schematics/drawings
• Experience with soldering, wire-wrapping, and cable harnessing
• Ability to use hand tools and testing equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with IPC-610 standards; SMT machine experience and ESD knowledge a plus
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills

Details

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 hrs/day, 40 hrs/week
• Shift: 2nd shift, 2:30 PM – 11:30 PM PST
• Pay Rate: $20.10/hr
• Physical Requirements: Push/pull/lift up to 25 lbs

ATR International is committed to delivering next-generation recruiting that enables businesses and communities to thrive. By bringing passion for excellence, trust, and inclusion to every interaction, we build deep connections with our clients, contractors, internal staff, and local markets to drive long-term mutual success.

Founded in 1988 as a two-person, Hispanic-owned company, ATR is now a widely renowned technical staffing and consulting leader. Our firm has grown to serve a range of companies—from startups to Fortune 500 organizations—while putting more than 35,000 people to work, totaling over 14 million working hours. And we support a plethora of industries, from IT, engineering, and finance to healthcare, insurance, and retail.

Our passion for inclusion is at the heart of our success. Our woman-led, minority-owned firm welcomes fresh perspectives, and our efforts have earned us WBENC Certification—the most prestigious national recognition for women-owned businesses in the U.S. Today, ATR remains one of the most diverse firms in the staffing industry.

Reach out to learn how we can support your staffing or job search needs, no matter your background.