Component / Prototype Fabrication Technician - Saginaw, MI
- Fabricate complex parts with a variety of different materials and processes (metals, composites, magnetic parts).
- Build parts and assemblies according to engineering drawings.
- Interact with design engineers to create better parts and improve designs for prototype techniques.
- Work independently with the initiative to solve problems quickly.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to devise solutions to new problems.
- Create physical models and run trials with little background with a willingness to fail fast and iterate often.
- Build and assemble prototypes that must meet stated requirements.
- Maintain documentation for materials and fabrication manuals.
- Document and keep track of parts, components and final assemblies.
Skills RequiredOperate a wide range of fabrication tools including:
- Presses, Ovens
- Waterjets, 3D printers
- Winders for electric motors, Magnetizers
- High-precision manual and powered tools
- Work from CAD models and technical drawings to produce high-tolerance parts.
- Operate lab equipment for component verification including:
- RLC tester
- Scope, function generator
- Insulation tester (HiPot, Megger, etc.)
- Help develop custom fixtures, jigs, and one-off assemblies for rapid prototyping.
- Assist in maintaining, upgrading, tuning machines and shop infrastructure.
- Occasionally assist with integration or test setups when needed.
- Act diligently to ensure quality and continuous improvement.
Experience Required
- Three (3+) years of hands-on experience in a fabrication or prototyping shop environment.
- Ability to interpret and mechanical drawings and GD&T.
- Familiarity with common materials (aluminum, steel, copper, permanent magnets, plastics, epoxies, adhesives, etc.) and their mechanical characteristics.
- Knowledge of shop tools and software
- Familiarity with manual mill and lathe
- Strong communication, multitasking, & inter-personal skills. demonstrated ability to work with others across multidisciplinary teams.
- Computer skills (ms office, outlook, teams, etc.)
- Working knowledge of cad tools is a plus.
- Knowledge of electric machines (transformers, electric motors, sensors, bearings, etc.) is a plus
Education RequiredHigh School Diploma(Associate degree in a manufacturing technology field is a plus)
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