Fabricator/Welder

Contactless Holdings; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Contactless Holdings in Wichita, KS is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Engineer to build and assemble products in-house, leveraging welding and CAD design to create metal and wood components. You will collaborate with vendors, audit parts, and document findings to ensure high-quality production standards.

The role leads fabrication projects, develops CAD modifications, and designs wood versions of existing metal products, contributing to durable, scalable solutions for Mobility, Safety &

Qualifications

• Experience in welding and metal fabrication.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of engineering principles related to metal and wood construction.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and Assembly: Build, test, and assemble products in-house using welding and CAD modifications.
• Quality Control and Documentation: Evaluate products, identify issues, document findings, and prepare reports for improvements.
• Design and CAD Modifications: Review and adjust product designs in CAD software for wood and metal versions.
• Vendor Communication and Auditing: Communicate issues to vendors and oversee product audits to meet specs.
• Product Testing: Test performance of products including small kiosks and structures to identify durability improvements.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

CAD design

Project leadership

Documentation

Vendor communication

Education

College/viable trade school

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Location: Wichita, KS

Contactless Holdings is an Equipment Rental company that services both small and enterprise customers in the public and private sectors.

Contactless Holdings’ approach is built around individually profitable subsidiaries that drive exceptional performance through shared capabilities, resources, and innovation. We focus on opportunities that make the physical world more accessible, sustainable, and enjoyable.

At the heart of everything we do is a simple mission: to make your community the happiest place on Earth.

Mobility, Safety & Accessibility to enrich communities to be liveable and enjoyable.

We are seeking a highly skilled Fabricator/Engineer with experience in welding, CAD design, and building. The ideal candidate will have a background in metal fabrication or engineering, with experience in leading projects, auditing parts, and managing vendor relations. This position will focus on building products in-house, documenting findings, and communicating with vendors to ensure high-quality production standards. The candidate will also be tasked with designing and building wood versions of existing metal products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabrication and Assembly: Build, test, and assemble products in-house, focusing on quality and precision. Use welding skills and CAD design software to modify, adjust, and create product components. Collaborate with the team to design and fabricate custom solutions, including wood versions of existing metal products (e.g., kayak racks).
• Quality Control and Documentation: Evaluate and test products made by vendors, identifying issues, areas of improvement, and necessary modifications. Document findings, both positive and negative, in a clear and organized manner. Prepare reports with detailed insights on product performance, weaknesses, and suggestions for improvement.
• Design and CAD Modifications: Review and adjust product designs in CAD software to ensure they meet structural and aesthetic requirements. Create and modify designs for wood and metal products, including any necessary design planning.
• Vendor Communication and Auditing: Work closely with vendors to communicate product issues and improvement suggestions. Act as the point of contact for product audits, ensuring that parts and assemblies meet required specifications.
• Product Testing: Test and analyze the performance of products, including small kiosks and other structures, to find potential points of failure. Provide feedback on ways to improve product durability, function, and design.

Qualifications:

• Experience in welding and metal fabrication.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of engineering principles related to metal and wood construction.
• Ability to assess and audit parts, identifying quality issues and improvement areas.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Hands‑on experience in leading or overseeing fabrication projects.
• Strong communication skills to interact with vendors and internal teams.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a college or vocational environment, or leadership in a metal/wood shop.
• Experience designing and building both metal and wood products.
• Familiarity with testing protocols and performance evaluation for custom-built products.

Pay:

$50k-$60k per year, based on experience and CAD assessment results

Schedule:

Full-time, onsite (Wichita, KS)

Employment type:

W-2