Fabrication & Test Tech — Missoula Shop & Field Support

asrinternationalcorp; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off and Sick Days

Health Insurance (medical, dental and

Job summary

ASR International is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician / Shop Support Specialist in Missoula, MT to support the USDA NTDP. The role covers design, fabrication, machining, testing, and field readiness of specialized forestry equipment.

The onsite position involves working with government facilities and may be contingent on contract award, with duties including prototype fabrication, testing, and documentation in a technical development shop.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or related technical field with 5+ years fabrication-shop experience, or 10+ years experience without the degree.
• Proficiency with fabrication equipment and established fabrication methods.
• Experience reading CAD drawings and technical specifications.
• Hands-on ability with metal fabrication processes and machine-shop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow safety rules and work controls, and to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and development of machinery, including drafting and CAD modeling.
• Fabricate and assemble prototypes and components using welding, cutting, forming processes.
• Operate shop tools and CNC equipment as assigned and qualified.
• Conduct functional testing and collect performance data for new or modified equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot shop machinery and safety compliance.
• Follow engineering drawings, SOPs, and safety requirements.
• Document findings and suggest practical design or fabrication improvements.
• Use design and data analysis software for documentation and reporting.
• Assist with equipment installation and field support as needed.
• Prepare maintenance logs, calibration records, inventories, and technical summaries.

Skills

Fabrication shop experience

CAD drawings interpretation

Metal fabrication

Reading technical drawings

Written and verbal communication

Safety procedures

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related technical field

10 years fabrication-shop experience (without degree)

Tools

CNC equipment

Lathes, mills, grinders

Welding and cutting equipment

Job description

ASR International is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician / Shop Support Specialist in Missoula, MT to support the USDA NTDP. The role covers design, fabrication, machining, testing, and field readiness of specialized forestry equipment.

The onsite position involves working with government facilities and may be contingent on contract award, with duties including prototype fabrication, testing, and documentation in a technical development shop.