Senior Research and Development Machine Fabricator

Responsibilities

• Build and fabricate specialized custom machinery and equipment from concept to completion
• Perform hands-on welding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly work
• Create practical designs, drawings, and specifications
• Modify and upgrade existing production equipment to improve performance and reliability
• Manage multiple concurrent R&D fabrication projects
• Integrate hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems into custom-built machinery
• Wire and integrate electrical components, controls, and panels
• Test and validate equipment performance, making hands-on adjustments as needed
• Collaborate with production teams and technical staff across Re:Build sites
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers for materials and components
• Troubleshoot and resolve fabrication challenges throughout the build process
• Document builds, processes, and best practices

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on fabrication and machinery building experience
• Proficiency in welding (MIG, TIG, and/or stick)
• Expertise in sheet metal fabrication and forming
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems installation and troubleshooting
• Electrical systems knowledge and practical wiring/integration capabilities
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Proven ability to build custom machinery from scratch

Preferred Qualifications

• CAD software experience (SolidWorks preferred)
• Machining experience (lathe, mill, CNC)
• Background in automation equipment or process improvement machinery
• Experience in a lean manufacturing environment

About the Company

Oribi Manufacturing is a leader in the development and production of advanced thermoplastic composites. Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company.