Prototype Fabrication Technician (Welding, CNC & Machining)

WillowWood; Johnsons Corners (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness center

Walking path

Sports courts

Disc golf

Fishing pond

Food trucks

Job summary

WillowWood is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support the R&D team with hands-on fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of prototype parts and tooling used in product development.

Day-to-day tasks vary with project stage; you will work closely with engineers to build, modify, and evaluate prototypes and production tooling, applying practical problem-solving skills in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Welding experience is required or strongly preferred.
• Experience with welding techniques and metal fabrication equipment.
• Experience using manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment.
• 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

Welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Read drawings

Independent work

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

CNC programming

Mold fabrication

Materials handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC machine shop equipment

Manual machining tools

Mold fabrication equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

WillowWood is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support the R&D team with hands-on fabrication, machining, welding, and assembly of prototype parts and tooling used in product development.

Day-to-day tasks vary with project stage; you will work closely with engineers to build, modify, and evaluate prototypes and production tooling, applying practical problem-solving skills in a fast-paced setting.