Fabrication - Welder Technician

The Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) is currently seeking talented candidates for a Fabrication Welder Technician at our Silver Springs, NV location. At NATC, our fabrication team supports a team of people who design, manufacture, and test innovative automotive solutions.

Founded in 1957, the Nevada Automotive Test Center (NATC) is a privately owned, independent test, evaluation, design and engineering facility offering development and testing to customers worldwide. NATC operates 6,600 acres of test courses, discrete test events, environmental chambers, shops, instrumentation facilities and blast and ballistic test areas to create an unparalleled testing area available to our staff to innovate and solve our customer’s problems.

Position Summary:

NATC is seeking a talented Fabrication Technician to weld, fabricate, build, assemble, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair parts, products, vehicles, and equipment. The Fabrication Technician interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, specifications, and sketches to determine fabrication requirements and accurately complete assigned work. The position performs MIG, TIG, and stick welding, as applicable, and uses a variety of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, industrial machinery, and equipment.

The successful candidate will be able to identify errors or deficiencies, determine appropriate corrective actions, and communicate issues through proper procedures and channels. This position requires the ability to plan and properly lay out work, maintain accurate dimensions and tolerances, and produce quality workmanship while working closely with Engineering and Test personnel.

Essential Functions:

1. Weld, fabricate, assemble, install, modify, and repair parts, vehicles, equipment, and components.
2. Perform MIG, TIG, and stick welding as required.
3. Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders.
4. Measure, lay out, cut, fit, form, and weld materials to required dimensions and tolerances.
5. Operate and safely maintain hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, measuring instruments, and fabrication machinery.
6. Perform thermal cutting, grinding, and other metalworking processes.
7. Troubleshoot defects and equipment issues and make appropriate repairs or corrections.
8. Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, fit, function, and compliance with specifications.
9. Work with Engineering, Test Technicians, Mechanics, and Customers to support vehicle and equipment development and testing.
10. Maintain accurate records, a clean work area, and compliance with safety procedures.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Areas of Responsibility:

1. Fabrication and Repair
2. MIG/TIG/Stick Welding
3. Blueprint and Technical Drawing Interpretation
4. Precision Measurement and Layout
5. Vehicle and Equipment Modifications
6. Troubleshooting and Repair
7. Quality Control and Inspection
8. Engineering and Test Support

Marginal Functions:

1. Perform tests in the field.
2. Assist in special projects.
3. Operate company vehicles in support of test operations.
4. Assist Maintenance shops with minor maintenance and pay-loading vehicles.

Pay:

$22 - $30