About Harbinger
Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Fabricator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in custom metal fabrication, structural welding, and shop operations, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. This role will focus on creating vehicle prototypes, building custom manufacturing tooling, and solving complex physical build challenges to support the successful electrification of medium-duty trucks.
What You'll Do:
- Fabrication & Welding: Perform high-quality metal fabrication and structural welding (e.g., MIG, TIG) of components, adhering strictly to design specifications and safety standards.
- Vehicle Prototypes: Assist in the development and fabrication of vehicle prototypes, working closely with the engineering team to bring innovative designs to life.
- Manufacturing Tooling: Design, fabricate, and maintain custom tooling and fixtures to support the production process and improve efficiency.
- Equipment & Shop Operations: Safely operate and maintain a wide variety of fabrication tools and shop machinery, including welding rigs, manual cutters, benders, grinders, and layout fixtures.
- Process Optimization: Implement and optimize fabrication processes to increase production efficiency and reduce waste.
- Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve hands-on fabrication and assembly challenges, offering practical solutions for complex custom builds.
- Equipment Expansion: Assist in the expansion of our shop’s capabilities by introducing new equipment and technologies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure seamless integration of fabricated components into our electrification projects.
- Safety & Maintenance: Adhere to safety protocols, perform regular maintenance on machines, and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Who You Are:
- Proven experience as a Fabricator or Welder, preferably in the automotive or prototyping industry.
- High proficiency with diverse welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG) and manual metal fabrication tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Formal certification in welding or fabrication techniques is highly preferred.
Key Benefits & Perks:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
- Early-stage Stock Options
- Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
- Annual Vacation Bonus
- Wellness & Fertility Benefits
- Cell Phone Stipend
- Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
California Pay Range
$80,000—$100,000 USD
Equal Opportunity
Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at info@harbingermotors.com.
Candidate Data Privacy
Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
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