Prototype Fabrication Technician: Hands-On Machining & Welding

WillowWood; Mount Sterling (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

WillowWood in Mount Sterling, OH is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support the R&D team with fabrication, machining, welding and assembly of prototype parts and tooling.

You will work with engineers to build and modify prototypes, run experiments, and document techniques while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Hands-on problem solving and ability to read drawings are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous welding experience required or strongly preferred.
• Experience with common welding techniques and metal fabrication equipment.
• Experience using manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read measurements and work from drawings, sketches, or specifications.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Basic computer skills for communication and documentation.
• CNC programming and machine setup experience is a plus.
• Experience with mold fabrication and use is preferred.
• Experience working with thermoplastic, thermoset resin, or elastomer materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on fabrication and development tasks assigned by the Engineering Team.
• Fabricate, machine, weld, modify, and assemble prototype parts, tooling, and test equipment.
• Use manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment to produce prototype components.
• Assist in the design and implementation of experiments to evaluate prototype products and processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to brainstorm, build, troubleshoot, and test prototype products and processes.
• Support modifications and repairs to prototype components and tooling as needed.
• Document fabrication techniques and quality testing methods for training and transfer of development products and processes.
• Assist with the transition of new products and processes from development to manufacturing, including training production personnel.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on problem solving

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

CNC machine tools

Mold fabrication equipment

Thermoplastic/thermoset materials handling

Job description

WillowWood in Mount Sterling, OH is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support the R&D team with fabrication, machining, welding and assembly of prototype parts and tooling.

You will work with engineers to build and modify prototypes, run experiments, and document techniques while maintaining a clean, safe work area. Hands-on problem solving and ability to read drawings are essential.