R&D Sheet Metal Engineer — Laser/Punch/Bend (Equity)

hadrian.co; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401k

Relocation support

Flexible vacation policy

Equity

Job summary

Hadrian in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced R&D Applications Engineer specializing in sheet metal manufacturing to support production readiness for aerospace-grade programs. You will execute manufacturing projects in an R&D setting, cutting, forming and bending parts to exact specs, using laser, punch and press brake technology.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering, strong GD&T knowledge, and excellent documentation and planning skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering, punching is preferred.
• Strong understanding of flat pattern development, bend allowances, and GD&T.
• Proficient in sheet metal processes: punching/punch-laser combo/waterjet cutting, bending and roll-forming.
• Clear communicator with strong documentation and project planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Executing manufacturing projects as part of R&D with Engineers.
• Manufacture parts to specification by cutting, forming and bending.
• Use a broad range of tools, jigs, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
• Operate heavy machinery including forklifts.
• Maintain machines and tooling inventory.
• Occasional travel to other factories for technical support.
• Training operators on advanced techniques and processes.

Skills

Sheet metal manufacturing

Process engineering

GD&T

Documentation

Project planning

Communication

Tools

Laser cutting

Punching

Press brake

Inspection equipment

Forklifts

Job description

Hadrian in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced R&D Applications Engineer specializing in sheet metal manufacturing to support production readiness for aerospace-grade programs. You will execute manufacturing projects in an R&D setting, cutting, forming and bending parts to exact specs, using laser, punch and press brake technology.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering, strong GD&T knowledge, and excellent documentation and planning skills.