Fabrication Engineer – Scorpius (ASD)

Fabrication Engineer – Scorpius (ASD)

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

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

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Experience Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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