Prototype Machinist-Fabricator: Product Development

Etrailer Llc; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

etrailer in Wentzville, MO is seeking a Machinist-Fabricator (Product Development) to build prototypes from engineering drawings using a range of fabrication and machining equipment. You will collaborate with engineers and designers to turn ideas into working examples and help determine how parts are manufactured for scale.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, craftsmanship, and a willingness to tackle new challenges across projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with manual machining, welding, fabrication, and prototype development.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD files.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills.
• Comfortable balancing multiple projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Build prototypes from drawings and CAD data using fabrication equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve designs and manufacturability.
• Operate and maintain manual mills, lathes, brakes, plasma tables, and welders.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring quality and craftsmanship from concept to production.

Skills

Fabrication

Machining

Welding

Prototype development

Problem solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Organization

Tools

Manual mills

Lathes

Brake presses

Plasma tables

Welders

Job description

etrailer in Wentzville, MO is seeking a Machinist-Fabricator (Product Development) to build prototypes from engineering drawings using a range of fabrication and machining equipment. You will collaborate with engineers and designers to turn ideas into working examples and help determine how parts are manufactured for scale.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, craftsmanship, and a willingness to tackle new challenges across projects.