How to hire an electromechanical assembler

How to hire an electromechanical assembler, step by step

Here's a step-by-step electromechanical assembler hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an electromechanical assembler job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new electromechanical assembler
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The electromechanical assembler hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect electromechanical assembler also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list shows salaries for various types of electromechanical assemblers.

   Type of Electromechanical Assembler	Description	Hourly rate
   Electromechanical Assembler	Assemblers and fabricators assemble finished products and the parts that go into them. They use tools, machines, and their hands to make engines, computers, aircraft, ships, boats, toys, electronic devices, control panels, and more.	$13-20
   Assembler/Tester	Assemblers or testers assemble or test complex products to attain prompt delivery schedules and customer quality. They work on products containing electronic, dual, and mechanical hydraulic systems... Show more	$12-20
   Assembler	An assembler's general responsibility is to assemble parts and pieces of an item to create a full-length component. An assembler's duties also include checking inventories for correct quantities of components, following blueprints and acknowledging assembly instructions, verifying resources and supplies before assembly, and inspecting tools and equipment necessary to get the job done... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Mechanical Assembly
   • Sub Assemblies
   • Dexterity
   • Electro-mechanical
   • Assembly Drawings
   • Assembly Operations
   • Hand Tools
   • Circuit Boards
   • ESD
   • Electronic Components
   • Wire Harnesses
   • ISO
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Control Panels

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Use I/O schematic to check and set each assemblies limit and home sensors.
   • Comply with all company policies, procedures and work instructions to insure continue ISO certification.
   • Produce products by assembling and soldering components such as switches, resister chips, capacitors and transistors on circuit boards.
   • Solder bulging capacitors and exchange them with new capacitors
   • Perform electro-mechanical assembly including point-to-point wiring, wring-out and cable harness layout, and basic mechanical assembly.
   • Clean and lubricate parts and subassemblies, using grease paddles or oilcans.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your electromechanical assembler job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An electromechanical assembler salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, electromechanical assemblers' average salary in florida is 28% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level electromechanical assemblers earn 33% less than senior-level electromechanical assemblers.
   • Certifications. An electromechanical assembler with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an electromechanical assembler's salary.

   Average electromechanical assembler salary

   $35,794yearly

   $17.21 hourly rate

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   Entry-level electromechanical assembler salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average electromechanical assembler salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$41,752	$20
   2	California	$41,318	$20
   3	Wisconsin	$40,627	$20
   4	New Hampshire	$39,457	$19
   5	Massachusetts	$39,428	$19
   6	Ohio	$37,868	$18
   7	Utah	$37,585	$18
   8	Minnesota	$37,079	$18
   9	Maryland	$36,568	$18
   10	Pennsylvania	$33,990	$16
   11	Texas	$32,820	$16
   12	Oklahoma	$32,753	$16
   13	Florida	$30,466	$15

   Average electromechanical assembler salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Siemens	$40,626	$19.53	21
   2	Northrop Grumman	$39,198	$18.85	8
   3	GPAC	$39,013	$18.76
   4	AMETEK	$38,762	$18.64	22
   5	Jta Corp	$38,423	$18.47
   6	Ducommun	$38,085	$18.31	9
   7	ITW	$37,999	$18.27	39
   8	ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions - US	$37,943	$18.24
   9	L3Harris	$37,833	$18.19	28
   10	Analogic	$37,465	$18.01	4
   11	Bio-Techne	$37,166	$17.87	1
   12	DRS	$37,124	$17.85	10
   13	Gaumard Scientific	$37,087	$17.83	3
   14	STARRY	$37,005	$17.79
   15	AMTEC Corporation	$36,734	$17.66
   16	Sakura Finetek USA	$36,655	$17.62	3
   17	EnerSys	$36,584	$17.59	4
   18	Nova Biomedical	$36,293	$17.45
   19	Antenna Research Associates	$35,855	$17.24
   20	Randstad North America, Inc.	$35,180	$16.91

4. Writing an electromechanical assembler job description

   An electromechanical assembler job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an electromechanical assembler job description:

   Electromechanical assembler job description example

   Order: 226594Order Type : Temporary

   Eastridge Workforce Solutions is seeking an Electromechanical Assembler for our client, a small, Veteran-owned business that provides high-security data destruction equipment to Federal Government Agencies, the US Military, and Intelligence Community as well as commercial clients.

   
   

   Job Title: Electromechanical Assembler

   Location : Hudson, MA 01749

   Pay Range: Up to $24 an HOUR

   Shift: M-F 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

   
   

   Job Summary:

   Our client is looking for an engaged and experienced Electromechanical Assembler focused on quality and attention to detail to join our in-house production team. The position will focus on assembly/test of the product, integration of engineer-to-order systems, and supporting in-house repairs.

   
   

   Responsibilities:

   Integration of heavy-duty specialized destruction/industrial equipment

   Assembly and testing of products

   Drive continuous improvement and quality mindset across functional platform
   Troubleshoot and conduct in-house repairs and/or scheduled calibrations

   Conduct quality audits and/or FATs on incoming product

   Support cycle count program including reconciliation

   Other duties as assigned

   
   

   Education, Experience, Skills:

   Electromechanical background with good mechanical skills

   Service/manufacturing experience, minimum of 3 years preferred

   Ability to problem solve at a technical level

   Ability to work independently and multi-task with attention to detail

   Read mechanical and electrical drawings

   Strong communication and interpersonal skills

   
   

   Benefits : Click here to learn more about benefits available to Eastridges temporary employees. From time to time Eastridges clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment. Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

   
   

   Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

   
   

   We value diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system, and applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance (a copy of the notice of rights under the Philadelphia Ordinance is available by clicking on this link).

   
   

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right electromechanical assembler for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your electromechanical assembler job on Zippia to find and recruit electromechanical assembler candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with electromechanical assembler candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new electromechanical assembler

   Once you've found the electromechanical assembler candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new electromechanical assembler. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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