Fabrication Technician

MAKING THE METALS POWERING THE WORLD Solcoa exists to stabilize the western rare-earth metal supply chain—powering every fighter jet, EV, wind turbine, phone, and generator. We’re among the very few companies outside China producing rare-earth metals—and the only one delivering a 100% U.S. supply of both light and heavy rare earths. Our carbon-zero process converts end-of-life magnets directly into metal, ready to accelerate energy independence and secure one of the world’s most vital resources. We are a lean, well-funded team rapidly accelerating Western rare-earth production. We’re building a world-class team to solve this crisis. THE ROLE — TECHNICIAN (TIG WELDING, FABRICATION & ASSEMBLY) Build the hardware that powers our plants. You’ll fabricate parts, TIG-weld assemblies, operate machine-shop tools, and assemble/commission reactor and support equipment. You bring discipline, craftsmanship, and a safety-first mindset to every task. WHAT YOU’LL DO - TIG weld stainless, carbon, and specialty alloys; prep joints, fit-up, and perform clean, repeatable welds. - Fabricate brackets, frames, enclosures, and fixtures from prints—cutting, bending, drilling, tapping, and finishing. - Operate machine shop tools (mills, lathes, drill presses, bandsaws, grinders) for basic machining and rework. - Assemble mechanical and pneumatic subsystems: flanges, seals, valves, fittings, sensors, and wiring harness routing. - Read and mark up drawings; hold tolerances; verify dimensions with calipers, micrometers, and gauges. - Execute SOPs for build, inspection, leak checks, and pressure tests; document work. - Support prototype builds and on-the-floor debug; implement quick-turn fixes and continuous improvements. - Maintain a clean, organized shop; enforce safety practices for hot work, lifting/rigging, and compressed gases. WHAT YOU BRING Required - Proven TIG welding skill on thin sheet and tube (stainless preferred); strong fit-up and finish quality. - Hands-on fabrication experience and proficiency with common shop tools. - Ability to read mechanical drawings and follow detailed build procedures. - Disciplined, reliable execution—on spec, on time, with excellent documentation. - Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, hardware-first environment. - Availability to start soon. Preferred - Experience assembling industrial equipment, reactors, furnaces, or vacuum components. - Basic machining experience (manual mill/lathe) and simple CAD familiarity for markups. - Certifications in welding or safety (e.g., AWS, OSHA 10/30) are a plus. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS - Competitive base salary - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - Company-provided lunch daily - Visa sponsorship available if needed