Fabrication Fixture Designer & Builder

The Fabrication Fixture Designer and Builder is responsible for designing developing fabricating assembling testing and maintaining fixtures jigs and tooling used in manufacturing and production operations. This position combines mechanical design skills with hands-on fabrication expertise to develop accurate reliable and cost-effective fixtures that improve product quality production efficiency and repeatability.

The ideal candidate can interpret engineering drawings develop fixture concepts create CAD designs select appropriate materials and components and build and validate fixtures to meet engineering specifications and production requirements.

The position will work 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.         

Qualifications :

Education:                  

• High school diploma or GED; technical school associate degree or equivalent training in mechanical design manufacturing or fabrication preferred.

Experience:                

• Experience in fixture design toolmaking metal fabrication welding or manufacturing engineering.

Skills/Abilities:          

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software preferably SolidWorks AutoCAD or equivalent.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles GD&T tolerances and dimensional inspection.
• Hands-on experience with fixture fabrication assembly fitting and troubleshooting.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and standard fabrication equipment.
• Knowledge of welding and machining processes and their impact on fixture accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving communication organizational and time-management skills.

ESSENTIAL RESULTS:

• Design and develop fabrication fixtures welding fixtures assembly fixtures checking fixtures and production tooling.
• Review engineering drawings CAD models product specifications and manufacturing requirements to determine fixture design needs.
• Create 2D drawings 3D models assembly drawings and detailed fabrication drawings using CAD software such as SolidWorks AutoCAD or equivalent programs.
• Determine fixture dimensions locating points clamping methods support structures tolerances and material requirements.
• Apply principles of GD&T datum referencing geometric alignment and dimensional control where applicable.
• Design fixtures for repeatability ease of use operator safety accessibility and efficient production.
• Select appropriate materials clamps pins bushings cylinders locators and other fixture components.
• Collaborate with engineering manufacturing quality and production teams to review and improve fixture designs.
• Modify existing fixture designs to resolve manufacturing issues improve performance and reduce production downtime.
• Fabricate assemble and install fixtures based on approved designs and engineering drawings.
• Perform layout measuring cutting drilling grinding fitting welding and machining operations as required.
• Operate fabrication equipment hand tools power tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Build fixture bases frames brackets locating systems clamping assemblies and support components.
• Ensure fixtures are properly aligned square rigid and dimensionally accurate.
• Work with machinists welders and other skilled trades to complete fixture fabrication and assembly.
• Troubleshoot fit-up issues and make adjustments to achieve the required dimensions and functionality.
• Test completed fixtures to verify functionality accuracy repeatability and suitability for production use.
• Inspect fixtures using measuring tools such as calipers micrometers height gauges indicators and other inspection equipment.
• Support first-piece inspections production trials and fixture validation activities.
• Identify root causes of fixture-related quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain repair calibrate and improve existing fixtures and tooling as required.
• Maintain accurate records of fixture drawings revisions modifications and maintenance activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce fabrication costs cycle time setup time and manufacturing defects.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work overtime including weekends (rare)
• Must be physically capable of standing/bending /stooping/griping 8 hour shift(s)
• Must lift up to 30 lbs. without assistance. Anything over 30 lbs. will be a team lift.
• Must be able to work in non-climate non-dust-controlled areas

Must be able to wear required safety PPE equipment and adhere to health and safety protocols

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time