Mechanical Engineering Technician

About the Role

Brooks Instrument, an industry leader in flow and pressure instrumentation for critical applications, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to work with the Systems Automation Group at the company headquarters in Hatfield, Pennsylvania (suburban Philadelphia). The role involves fabricating electro-mechanical equipment for test and calibration in worldwide operations and supporting manufacturing technical issues as needed.

Brooks Instrument is a division of ITW (Illinois Tool Works), a Fortune 200 company with operations in 56 countries and over 50,000 employees. Our high-tech products are used in laboratory and process applications across end markets such as oil & gas, petrochemical, medical devices, wastewater, life sciences, and analytical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and integrate ultra-high purity (UHP) gas delivery systems including gas panels, manifolds, flow delivery systems, and test bench hardware.
• Build and modify mechanical assemblies, chassis, fixtures, and support equipment using mechanical drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Bend, route, and install stainless steel tubing and high-purity fittings while maintaining proper assembly techniques and cleanliness requirements.
• Assemble, troubleshoot, and validate mechanical and electromechanical systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Support production equipment by diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electromechanical issues, performing repairs, and making improvements.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, piping diagrams, electrical schematics, and flow diagrams for both new and legacy equipment.
• Work independently on complex assignments requiring sound mechanical judgement, creativity, and problem-solving.
• Work with vendors to identify and procure components by researching products, requesting quotes, and completing purchase requisitions.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining high standards of quality, organization, and attention to detail.
• Regular in-person attendance required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Technical Associate degree required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience assembling, fabricating, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems.
• Experience building ultra-high purity (UHP) gas systems, including gas panels and manifolds, valves, regulators, and compression fittings preferred.
• Experience bending, routing, and installing stainless steel tubing while maintaining leak-free connections.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and flow diagrams.
• Experience with leak testing, pressure testing, and validating mechanical system performance preferred.
• Welding experience, proficiency with CAD, and connecting to PCs and DAQ hardware is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow all safety procedures.

Physical Demands

• Must be physically fit with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May occasionally need to kneel, crawl, and work in cramped areas.
• Occasional travel may be required with flight times greater than 14 hours.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Benefits

• Competitive, merit-based salary.
• Health and dental insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 401K plan with generous company match.
• Vacation, personal days, and holidays.
• Continuing education reimbursement program.
• Flexible spending accounts.

The opportunity to join a well-established (80 years in business) yet dynamically changing organization that works as a team to meet customer needs and manage rapid growth in a global marketplace.