Fabrication Engineer

SF Metalworks•Colusa, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SF Metalworks is seeking a technically strong Fabrication Engineer to bridge engineering and design with shop production. The role works closely with the lead engineer/drafter and design team to ensure designs can be built and completed work matches the design. The position emphasizes fabrication expertise, engineering judgment, practical shop-floor guidance, and technical problem-solving rather than daily scheduling or project administration. The Fabrication Engineer reviews technical information, identifies constructability and production issues, coordinates questions and revisions between the shop and the remote engineering team, and provides technical leadership and quality assurance during fabrication and final inspection. The role is primarily onsite in Colusa, California, with occasional travel to the Bay Area shop and job sites. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, for 40 hours per week. Starting wage is $40–$48 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, with opportunities for growth.

Requirements

At least 5 years of technical or engineering experience in architectural metal fabrication, custom fabrication, or high-end manufacturing.
Some leadership or supervisory experience, such as leading a shop team, project, or technical reviews.
Strong ability to read, review, and mark up shop drawings and fabrication details.
Solid knowledge of metals, welding processes, connections, tolerances, and finishes.
Ability to explain technical information clearly to fabricators, designers, engineers, and clients.
Comfort working onsite in a shop and traveling to Bay Area job sites.
Experience with ERP systems and digital timekeeping tools.
Ability to work independently and solve problems with a remote engineering team.

Nice To Haves

Degree in mechanical, structural, civil, or manufacturing engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
AWS certification or welding inspection background.
Experience with Monday.com or similar project management software.
Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

Review engineering drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and design details to understand fabrication requirements.
Translate design intent and technical information into clear, practical direction for the shop team.
Identify constructability issues, drawing conflicts, dimensional concerns, and fabrication challenges before they disrupt production.
Work with the lead engineer/drafter and design team to clarify technical questions and resolve fabrication issues.
Communicate design changes, technical updates, and drawing revisions to appropriate shop personnel.
Provide practical input on materials, fabrication methods, assembly, fit, tolerances, and finishing considerations.
Serve as the primary Quality Assurance source during fabrication and final inspection.
Act as the primary technical link between the shop floor and the remote engineering and drafting team.
Gather questions and feedback from shop personnel and communicate them clearly to the engineering and design team.
Help ensure the shop uses accurate, current, and approved technical information.
Follow technical issues through to resolution and communicate decisions to affected people.
Identify recurring technical challenges and recommend improvements to drawings, details, or fabrication processes.
Provide technical guidance to shop personnel on drawings, specifications, and fabrication requirements.
Collaborate with shop leadership to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the transition from design to production.
Help identify and address technical issues that could affect the finished product and contribute to consistent quality.
Support a collaborative working relationship between engineering, design, and fabrication teams.