Engine and Other Machine Assemblers
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.
Median pay: $53,710/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -21.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 2,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.
• Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.
• Position or align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.
• Set and verify parts clearances.
• Verify conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• Fasten or install piping, fixtures, or wiring and electrical components to form assemblies or subassemblies, using hand tools, rivet guns, or welding equipment.
• Remove rough spots and smooth surfaces to fit, trim, or clean parts, using hand tools or power tools.
• Lay out and drill, ream, tap, or cut parts for assembly.
What's the median pay for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers?
The median pay for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers is $53,710 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers?
Employment for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers is projected to change -21.1% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Engine and Other Machine Assemblers?
About 2,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.