R&D Fabrication Technician — Prototyping & Custom Equipment

Smeal SFA; Snyder (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terex Corporation is seeking a skilled Fabrication Technician to design, fabricate, and assemble custom equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will read blueprints, work with engineering teams to prototype improvements, and ensure safety and quality in every build.

Responsibilities include maintaining shop efficiency, using hand and power tools, and supporting maintenance tasks as needed. The role involves standing for long periods in a fabrication environment and adhering to PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fabrication, prototyping, or custom equipment building.
• Ability to read, interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Welding experience (MIG preferred; TIG a plus).
• Ability to use measuring tools accurately (tape measure, calipers, squares).

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble custom equipment including shelving, ladder carts, body carts, fixtures, and special-purpose tools.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings, sketches, and specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and production teams to develop prototypes and improvements.
• Modify and improve existing equipment based on operational feedback.
• Test fabricated equipment for functionality, safety, and durability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist the maintenance team with repairs, installations, and plant support tasks as needed.

Skills

Fabrication

Prototyping

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Snow removal

Tools

CAD basics

Job description

Terex Corporation is seeking a skilled Fabrication Technician to design, fabricate, and assemble custom equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will read blueprints, work with engineering teams to prototype improvements, and ensure safety and quality in every build.

Responsibilities include maintaining shop efficiency, using hand and power tools, and supporting maintenance tasks as needed. The role involves standing for long periods in a fabrication environment and adhering to PPE requirements.