Sheet Metal Fabrication Tech - Prototype Development

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Build prototype sheet-metal hardware from concept through completion using drawings, CAD models, work instructions, and direct collaboration with engineering.
• Develop flat patterns and bend sequences while accounting for material type, thickness, bend radius, springback, and part geometry.
• Set up, program, and operate fabrication equipment such as CNC press brakes, waterjets, lasers, punches, and related shop equipment as your training progresses.
• Select tooling, establish setups, adjust processes, and troubleshoot issues affecting part quality or manufacturability.
• Perform secondary operations including deburring, graining, drilling, tapping, countersinking, hardware insertion, finishing, and light machining.
• Inspect your work throughout the build, identify issues early, and correct or escalate problems before parts move downstream.
• Partner directly with engineers on formability, bend relief, hole-to-bend spacing, hardware selection, and other design-for-fabrication considerations.
• Cross-train on additional machines and fabrication processes so the team can respond quickly as program priorities change.

Job requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication, machining, manufacturing, automotive, motorsports, or another mechanically focused fabrication environment;
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings, sketches, models, or fabrication instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic shop math and experience using precision measuring tools.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new equipment, processes, and technical concepts.
• Ability to take ownership of assigned work, follow through with limited supervision, and ask for guidance when requirements or conditions are unclear.
• Willingness to develop proficiency across multiple sheet-metal fabrication processes through structured training and cross-training.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial fabrication environment and follow applicable shop safety procedures.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information.