Fabrication Engineer - Scorpius (ASD)Job Summary:Salas O'Brien is seeking two Fabrication Engineers to support the Scorpius program within the ASD team in Los Alamos, New Mexico. This position supports fabrication and production activities by translating engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) into procurement requirements, coordinating with suppliers, evaluating received materials, and resolving technical questions for the production team.
Responsibilities- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs) to identify required components, materials, and procurement needs.
- Prepare and clarify technical requirements for purchasing and supplier coordination to support fabrication schedules.
- Communicate with vendors regarding component specifications, drawing requirements, manufacturing questions, and technical issues.
- Provide technical guidance to vendors to help ensure purchased and fabricated parts meet documented engineering requirements.
- Perform receipt inspections of incoming parts and materials against applicable drawings, BOMs, and purchase requirements.
- Identify and document nonconforming materials; initiate, process, and coordinate nonconformance reports (NCRs) through resolution.
- Provide day-to-day technical guidance to production personnel, including drawing interpretation, part identification, and fabrication-related questions.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, quality, and production stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and maintain production readiness.
Qualifications and Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering specifications, and bills of materials.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, fabrication, production, or engineering procurement activities.
- Ability to communicate technical requirements clearly to suppliers and internal production teams.
- Familiarity with incoming/receipt inspection processes, quality documentation, and nonconformance reporting (NCR).
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience with supplier technical coordination, mechanical assemblies, configuration control, or quality processes in a regulated technical environment.
Compensation & Benefits: The expected base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $150,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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