Lead Fixture Builder - Precision Jigs & Fixtures

Waltonen Engineering; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Vacation and Holiday pay

Employer matching 401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance

Employee Referral Program

Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs

Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Job summary

Waltonen Engineering is looking for a Lead Fixture Builder to join our team in Troy, Michigan. This role includes building and assembling fixtures per engineering drawings and specifications, managing the fixture build department, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of fixture/tool building experience, be familiar with automotive and aerospace tooling, and possess the ability to read blueprints. This position comes with a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of Fixture/Tool Building.
• Knowledge of materials, machining, assembly methods, and mathematics.
• Familiar with automotive and aerospace tooling, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Prior assembly experience required.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling according to engineering drawings.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements for accurate fixture construction.
• Manage daily operations of the fixture build department.
• Serve as primary technical resource for fixture builds, ensuring projects are timely and budget-compliant.
• Perform precision fitting and alignment of fixture components.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and machining equipment for fabrication and repairs.
• Conduct functional testing and verification of completed fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve fixture-related issues to minimize production downtime.

Job description

Waltonen Engineering is looking for a Lead Fixture Builder to join our team in Troy, Michigan. This role includes building and assembling fixtures per engineering drawings and specifications, managing the fixture build department, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of fixture/tool building experience, be familiar with automotive and aerospace tooling, and possess the ability to read blueprints. This position comes with a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K plan.