Fabrication Project Manager

Street Factory Media; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Street Factory Media in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area is seeking a Fabrication Manager to lead design development, prototyping, and fabrication of custom components.

You will partner with engineering, product development, and the fabrication team to translate concepts into detailed drawings, specify materials, supervise production, ensure quality, and manage timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in fabrication design or related field.
• Proven experience in fabrication, product development or prototyping.
• Proficient in 3D modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCad, Rhino).
• Proficient in Adobe Suite.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques including, welding, machining, CNC milling, carpentry, 3D printing, and generic print production.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Design development: Collaborate with engineering, product development and design teams to conceptualize, develop and refine fabrication designs.
• Fabrication techniques: Use welding, machining, sheet metal forming and 3D printing to produce prototypes and parts.
• Documentation: Create assembly instructions, fabrication drawings, BOMs and material specs.
• Quality assurance: Conduct quality checks and troubleshoot fabrication issues.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet timelines and budgets.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Independent work

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe Suite

Job description

We are seeking a talented Fabrication Manager to join our team. The Fabrication Project Manager will be responsible for creating and designing prototypes, components, and custom products using various fabrication techniques. This role requires a combination of creativity, technical proficiency, and hands-on skills to bring concepts to life through fabrication processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of materials, manufacturing methods, and design principles.

Key Responsibilities

• design development:Collaborate with engineering, product development, and design teams to conceptualize, develop, and refine designs for fabrication. Translate conceptual ideas into detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Fabrication Techniques:Utilize a variety of fabrication techniques such as welding, machining, sheet metal forming, and 3D printing to produce prototypes, parts, and assemblies. Select appropriate materials and processes based on design requirements and constraints.
• Technical Documentation:Create comprehensive technical documentation including assembly instructions, fabrication drawings, bill of materials (BOM), and material specifications. Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation for seamless production execution.
• Quality Assurance:Perform quality checks on fabricated parts to ensure they meet design specifications and standards. Identify and troubleshoot any issues during the fabrication process and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Collaboration:Work closely with cross-functional teams including creative, project managers, and fabrication team to coordinate project objectives, timelines and budgets.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience of fabrication design or related field
• Proven experience within fabrication, product development or prototyping
• Proficient in 3D modeling software (e.g., Solidworks, AutoCad, Rhino, etc)
• Proficient in Adobe Suite
• Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques including, welding, machining, CNC milling, carpentry, 3D printing, and generic print production
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Diversity

Street Factory Media provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color,creed,religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistancestatus,veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

This is a local position, so candidates must be based in the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area.