Welder/Fabricator

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

Position will require working individually or with a small team of Welders, Fabricators, Designers, Engineers, and Mechanics to execute customer projects. Projects include motorsports, automotive, defense, and commercial industries.

This position requires the layout and fabrication of metal weldments and assemblies. The candidate will execute the requirements of the work orders and process material accordingly. Candidate must be familiar with welding and other structural fabrication processes. Candidate will use drawings, specs, and/or verbal instructions as well as exercise judgment and experience to plan and accomplish goals. Based on instructions/information given, candidate will make fabricated products using hand tools, machine tools, and welding equipment, as well as working with other departments. Candidate should have the ability to check his/her own work. Candidate must meet deadlines and document progress. Candidate must be flexible, dependable, time conscious, and be able to move from project to project with minimal supervision. Candidate must work closely with the shop management and be able to conduct his/her day-to-day duties in a highly professional manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following items:

• Proficient in both MIG and TIG welding of thin gauge (.035”-.125”) aluminum, stainless steel and steel.
• The ability to operate hand tools.
• The ability to operate a variety of machines in the shop.
• The ability to operate a hydraulic brake press.
• Must be able to understand and interpret complicated blueprints.
• Must possess the ability to interface with other departments to accomplish tasks.
• Must possess the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability and maturity to perform in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Must be able to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Must possess working ability to apply all applicable safety requirements to comply with regulatory agencies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Desired Education and Training:

• Minimum 2 years welding/layout experience.
• Fabricator skills to include complicated layouts, shrinkage calculations, check & straighten capability, and should be able to direct a project.
• Proficiency typically acquired through 3-5 years of related experience in Welding/Fabrication.

Desired Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Must be able to rig and move heavy structures.
• Must possess own tools appropriate to the job being performed.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Must possess the ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, candidate should possess the following:

• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable
• Mechanical ability and likes to work with their hands
• Excellent work ethics
• Pride in workmanship
• Has to be a hard worker and physically fit as this can be a very physically demanding job.
• 40 hour work week with overtime paid as worked.
• 6:30 am work start time
• Must be flexible with schedule to accommodate fixed deadlines.
• Some travel may be required

This position will require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship, US Permanent Resident or ability to meet licensure requirements.

Pratt Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.