Mechanical Technician

Position Summary

The Engineering Mechanical Technician provides hands-on mechanical and technical support to the Ultraflo engineering team. This role bridges manufacturing and engineering by supporting product development, machining, prototyping, and quality activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC equipment on an as-needed basis to support prototypes, test parts, and production needs (training provided as applicable).
• Perform welding and fabrication work to support fixtures, prototypes, and product modifications.
• Absorb machining, assembly, and troubleshooting of mechanical components and valves.
• Revise and maintain mechanical drawings and models.
• Support engineering change activities, including document updates and drawing revisions.
• Provide practical, shop-floor input to product designs to improve manufacturability, reliability, and cost.
• Assist with first article inspections (FAI) and dimensional verification using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
• Document inspection results and support engineering with corrective actions or design improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality and production efficiency.
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and design enhancements.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and validation of new or modified products.

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to learn new technical skills and engineering tools.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Please Note Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants who currently hold, or will require in the future, visa sponsorship (e.g., E, F-1/OPT/CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN) are ineligible.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certificate, associate degree, or coursework in mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial technology.
• Experience or familiarity with machining, welding, fabrication, and mechanical assembly.
• Experience operating CNC machines.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Familiarity with first article inspections or quality processes in a manufacturing setting.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing/shop environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, bend, and perform hands-on mechanical tasks for extended periods.

About Bray International

At Bray International, we are the leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, renowned for our innovative flow control solutions worldwide. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading benefits effective the first of the month after you have worked 30 days, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Healthy Work Environment: We provide a smoke-free, drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and productive atmosphere for all employees.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering numerous opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• An Exceptional Company Culture: Bray is a Privately-owned and operated business with over 30 Years of Engineered Excellence
• Join Bray International and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of flow control solutions!

About Bray International

Founded in 1986 Bray International is a global leader in industrial valves, actuators, and control products, delivering innovative flow control solutions to customers in more than 40 countries. As a privately held company with nearly four decades of engineered excellence, Bray has built a strong reputation for high-performance products, superior value, and exceptional customer service. Our fully integrated product line serves over 12 diverse industries, meeting the rigorous demands of the process sector with reliability and precision. Driven by a long-standing commitment to excellence, Bray offers the stability of a trusted, privately owned organization that continues to grow through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Guided by our vision to be the most respected and successful valve, actuator, and controls company in the world, Bray places people—our employees, customers, and partners—at the heart of everything we do. We pursue progress through continuous improvement, a family-like culture, and an entrepreneurial spirit that shapes the future of flow control solutions. As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.