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Prototype Fabricator

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Ford Motor Company

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United States , Long Beach

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Manufacturing

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

79800.00 - 155520.00 USD / Year
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As a Prototype Fabricator, you will be responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and installation of components for prototype vehicles, working under the direction of senior fabricators. You will interpret engineering designs, apply your welding and metal forming skills, and contribute to the creation of high-quality prototypes. Your commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship will be essential to your success in this role.

Job Responsibility:

  • Read, interpret, and build to blueprints, 3D CAD models, and engineering drawings
  • Utilize handheld power and pneumatic tools such as grinders, sanders, drills, impacts, saws
  • Utilize shop equipment such as waterjet, CNC press brake, manual mill, lathe, bandsaw, belt and disc grinders, hydraulic shear, hydraulic press, table saw, miter saw, etc
  • Prep materials and fabricate simple to complex components and assemblies
  • Maintain a clean and productive workplace
  • Execute assigned fabrication tasks independently, meeting quality standards and deadlines, while adhering to established processes and seeking guidance from senior fabricators as needed

Requirements:

  • 3+ years MIG welding steel
  • 3+ years TIG welding aluminum and steel
  • Proficient layout and measurement skills utilizing calipers, tape measures, protractors, and fixturing tools
  • Comfortable handling and working with materials such as steel, aluminum, stainless steel, carbon fiber, fiberglass, foams, plastics, etc
  • High attention to detail and organization
  • Ability to work well in a team environment as well as individually
  • Ability to lift 50-70lbs
  • Stand for long periods of time, bend or twist body, kneel, stoop, or crouch

Nice to have:

  • General knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software
  • Experience operating CNC equipment (e.g. waterjet, laser cutter, plasma table)
  • Composite layup experience
What we offer:
  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
  • Tuition assistance
  • Established and active employee resource groups
  • Paid time off for individual and team community service
  • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
  • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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