Control Valve Assembly Technician

Job Summary

The Assembler 2 – Control Valves is responsible for the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and inspection of Control Valves, On-Off Valves, actuators, and associated accessories. This role ensures products are assembled and tested in accordance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements while supporting operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Assemble Control Valves, actuators, and accessories in accordance with engineering drawings, manufacturing procedures, and quality standards.
• Interpret and follow technical drawings, manuals, work instructions, and history cards to perform assembly activities accurately and independently.
• Perform mechanical, pneumatic, hydrostatic, and functional testing of valves and actuators in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Install and verify nameplates, tags, and product identification markings to ensure traceability requirements are met.
• Complete and maintain accurate production documentation, including Valve Test Records, Assembly Checklists, and Inspection Reports.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities during customer and internal inspections.
• Perform basic welding and tack welding activities on brackets, support plates, tags, and accessories as required.
• Conduct visual inspection of welds and report defects or non-conformities for corrective action.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in accordance with 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Maintain tools, fixtures, welding equipment, and machinery in a safe and operational condition.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance teams when required.
• Follow all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements and ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety observations, risk assessments, and safety audits.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to improve quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Planning, and Production teams to resolve operational issues.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to junior technicians and apprentices.
• Support special testing and customized assembly requirements for non-standard valve configurations.
• Perform fugitive emission testing to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards.
• Operate hydrostatic testing equipment and associated testing systems as required.
• Support operational requirements across multiple product lines and assembly areas.

Who You Are

• You demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• You maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• You work effectively within cross-functional teams and contribute to team success.
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• You proactively identify improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• You take ownership of assigned responsibilities and consistently deliver high-quality work.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in valve assembly and testing.
• Strong understanding of valve assembly, testing, and troubleshooting processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and quality procedures.
• Experience operating valve testing systems and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Experience within control valve manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ValveLink software for diagnostics and calibration.
• Experience with hydrostatic and functional testing equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies.
• Welding experience and understanding of basic weld inspection practices.
• Experience supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.

Our Culture & Commitment to You!

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide medical insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition programs, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.