Prototype Technician

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Prototype Technician to support development and scale-up of manufacturing processes in a state-of-the-art production environment. You will work directly with equipment, materials, and emerging technologies to move new capabilities from concept to reality, with a fast-paced team.

The role emphasizes hands-on operation of pilot plant equipment, data collection, and collaboration with engineering to optimize processes while upholding safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in manufacturing or pilot plant settings.
• Hands-on experience operating equipment with HMI interfaces.
• Experience with metal, ceramics, powder processing, casting, or machining environments.
• Exposure to pilot-scale operations, R&D, or process development.
• Experience handling specialized or air-sensitive materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pilot plant equipment used in prototyping and process development activities.
• Prepare, handle, and process raw materials, powders, and samples safely.
• Perform measurements and collect process data using laboratory and production instruments.
• Document test procedures, observations, and results accurately for pilot-scale trials.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to aid process optimization and troubleshooting.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and ensure safety compliance.
• Support broader manufacturing operations as needed and assist with special projects.

Job description

A leading advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Prototype Technician to support the development and scale-up of innovative manufacturing processes within a state-of-the-art production environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy working directly with equipment, materials, and emerging technologies to help bring new manufacturing capabilities from concept to reality.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain pilot plant equipment used in prototyping and process development activities.
• Prepare, handle, and process raw materials, powders, and samples in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
• Perform measurements and collect process data using laboratory and production instrumentation.
• Support pilot-scale experimental trials and accurately document test procedures, observations, and results.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to assist with process optimization and troubleshooting efforts.
• Maintain accurate physical and electronic records related to testing activities and operational performance.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with workplace safety expectations.
• Partner with EHS personnel to uphold environmental, health, and safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Provide occasional support to broader manufacturing operations as needed.
• Assist with additional technical projects and operational initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience within a manufacturing, pilot plant, laboratory, or production environment.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience operating manufacturing or processing equipment utilizing HMI interfaces.
• Experience within metal, ceramics, powder processing, casting, machining, heat treatment, and/or surface finishing environments.
• Exposure to pilot-scale operations, process development, or research and development activities.
• Experience handling specialized or air-sensitive materials.