Layout Fabricator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

This position is responsible for the following: Other duties may be assigned.  

1. Accurately referring points, dimensions, and patterns on metal sheets, plates, and structural shapes.  

1. Ensure parts are fabricated, aligned, and assembled correctly according to engineering blueprints and specifications, minimizing errors in downstream manufacturing processes. 

1. Read and interpret complex blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, and specifications to determine layout requirements. 

1. Lay out reference points, centerlines, bend lines, hole locations, and other dimensions on materials using precision tools (e.g., scribes, dividers, protractors, trammels, rules, compasses, height gauges, and surface plates). 

1. Position and align workpieces manually or using hoists/cranes, fixtures, jigs, parallel blocks, angle plates, or other setup aids. 

1. Add dimensional details, notes, or modifications to blueprints when needed. 

1. Fabricate simple templates from wood, paper, or metal as required for repetitive work.  

1. Apply layout fluids/pigments (e.g., Prussian blue or chalk) to surfaces for clear marking visibility. 

1. Inspect and verify layout for accuracy and conformance to tolerances before passing work to fabricators, welders, or machinists. 

1. Collaborate with fitters, welders, foremen, and quality control to resolve layout issues on the shop floor. 

1. Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace in a safe, organized condition. 

1. Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and handling of heavy materials. 

Required Education & Experience: 

1. High school diploma/GED; and or training in metal fabrication, welding, machining, or drafting preferred. 

1. Two (2) to Five (5) or more years of hands-on experience in metal layout, structural fabrication, shipbuilding, pressure vessel fabrication, or related industry. 

1. Experience using CAD software preferred. 

1. Certification in blueprint reading or welding inspection preferred. 

Working Conditions: 

1. Open-air conditions such as noisy, hot, cold, etc. 

1. You must wear hearing, eye, head protections, and proper PPE. 

1. Some climbing (100 feet) and lifting (50 lbs.) involved.  

1. Bending and working in shop environments (noise, dust, varying temperature). 

1. Traverse gangways and scaffolding at varying heights while wearing fall prevention equipment. 

1. Working with hot and sometimes hazardous materials 

1. Must be able to stand and operate equipment up to four continuous hours. 

1. The work requires long periods of sitting in awkward positions, standing on a variety of surfaces and at differing angles, bending over, crouching, and climbing up and over obstructions such as scaffolding, ladders, and internal barge and boat structural members. 

Special Skills: 

1. Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. 

1. Proficiency with traditional layout tools and measuring instruments. 

1. Good mathematical skills (fractions/decimals) for calculations and angle/dimensional work. 

1. Familiarity with fabrication processes (cutting, forming, welding) is a strong plus. 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of assigned personnel.  

 An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: [email protected].  If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail: [email protected].