Fabricator

FEV Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FEV Group in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a skilled Fabricator to build, modify, and assemble metal components for automotive and prototype applications. You will interpret engineering drawings and use TIG/MIG welding and fabrication tools to support development, testing, and production.

The role requires experience with metal fabrication, blueprints, and calipers/micrometers; candidates should bring own tools and work safely in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or technical certificate required.
• Experience in automotive fabrication, welding, or vehicle assembly.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fabrication blueprints.
• Proficiency with fabrication tools and shop equipment.
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding processes.
• Candidates should bring their own precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, modify, and assemble automotive components, structures, frames, brackets, and vehicle systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Cut, bend, shape, drill, grind, and finish metal materials to required dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials. Strong emphasis on TIG.
• Build prototypes, test fixtures, vehicle modifications, and production support equipment.
• Install fabricated components on vehicles/engine dynos and verify fit, form, and function.
• Work with engineers, technicians, and production teams to support vehicle and engine dyno development activities.
• Maintain quality standards and perform inspections on completed work.
• Troubleshoot fabrication issues and recommend design improvements.
• Operate fabrication equipment safely, including saws, brakes, shears, presses, mills, and welding tools.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and shop standards.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Machining

Fabrication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

We are seeking a skilled Fabricator to build, modify, assemble, and repair metal components and structures used in automotive, vehicle, and prototype applications. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting engineering drawings, welding, machining, and fabricating vehicle/engine dyno components to support product development, testing, manufacturing, or custom vehicle programs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, modify, and assemble automotive components, structures, frames, brackets, and vehicle systems.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Cut, bend, shape, drill, grind, and finish metal materials to required dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials. Strong emphasis on TIG.
• Build prototypes, test fixtures, vehicle modifications, and production support equipment.
• Install fabricated components on vehicles/engine dynos and verify fit, form, and function.
• Work with engineers, technicians, and production teams to support vehicle and engine dyno development activities.
• Maintain quality standards and perform inspections on completed work.
• Troubleshoot fabrication issues and recommend design improvements.
• Operate fabrication equipment safely, including saws, brakes, shears, presses, mills, and welding tools.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and shop standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, technical certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in automotive fabrication, metal fabrication, welding, or vehicle assembly.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and fabrication blueprints.
• Proficiency with fabrication tools and shop equipment.
• Experience with MIG and TIG welding processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Candidates to bring their own tools precision measurements using calipers, micrometers, and measuring tools and perform using these tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive, motorsports, prototype, or specialty vehicle fabrication experience.
• Experience working with aluminum, stainless steel, and chromoly materials.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems and automotive assembly.
• Welding certifications
• Experience supporting R&D, vehicle prototype, or custom fabrication programs.