Department: Production / Fabrication
Job Title: Steel Fabricator / Boilermaker – Automotive
Reports To: Fabrication Supervisor / Production Manager
Work Location: Al Kharj, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Automotive, Military Vehicles, Vehicle Armoring and Industrial Manufacturing
1. Job Purpose
To fabricate, assemble, modify, and repair steel structures, metal components, vehicle chassis parts, body structures, brackets, frames, and specialized assemblies used in commercial, military, and armored vehicles. The position requires the ability to interpret engineering drawings, perform accurate cutting, forming, fitting, and welding preparation, and ensure that all fabricated components meet approved dimensions, quality standards, and production requirements.
2. Key Responsibilities
Steel Fabrication and Metalworking
• Fabricate steel components and assemblies for automotive bodies, vehicle structures, chassis modifications, and specialized vehicle applications.
• Cut, shape, bend, drill, grind, and prepare steel plates, sections, tubes, and structural components according to approved drawings.
• Measure, mark, and lay out materials accurately before cutting and fabrication.
• Assemble metal components using appropriate fitting, clamping, positioning, and alignment techniques.
• Fabricate brackets, supports, mounting frames, enclosures, panels, and structural reinforcements.
• Perform metal forming and plate fabrication using suitable workshop tools and machinery.
• Select appropriate materials, tools, and fabrication methods according to technical specifications.
Automotive and Armored Vehicle Fabrication
• Fabricate and modify vehicle body structures, frames, mounting systems, and specialized automotive assemblies.
• Support the fabrication of steel structures and protective enclosures for military and armored vehicles according to approved engineering drawings.
• Prepare and fit steel plates and structural components for vehicle modifications and specialized installations.
• Ensure accurate alignment, dimensions, clearances, and fitment of fabricated components on vehicle platforms.
• Work with mechanical engineers, draftsmen, welders, and assembly technicians to resolve fabrication-related issues.
• Follow approved engineering instructions for specialized vehicle structures and protection-related components.
Drawing Interpretation and Assembly
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, fabrication drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications.
• Verify measurements and component dimensions before, during, and after fabrication.
• Prepare components and assemblies for welding in accordance with approved welding procedures.
• Use jigs, fixtures, templates, and positioning equipment to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings and physical components and report them to the supervisor.
• Make adjustments to fabricated parts only within approved tolerances and instructions.
Welding and Fabrication Quality Support
• Prepare joints, edges, and surfaces for welding.
• Perform tack welding when qualified and authorized.
• Coordinate with qualified welders to ensure correct joint preparation, fit-up, and assembly.
• Inspect fabricated components for dimensional accuracy, alignment, surface defects, and workmanship.
• Correct fabrication defects within the approved scope of work.
• Support quality inspectors during dimensional inspections and final acceptance activities.
Tools, Equipment, and Workshop Maintenance
• Operate fabrication tools and equipment safely, including cutting machines, grinders, drills, presses, and bending machines, where trained and authorized.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and report any defects.
• Keep the fabrication area clean, organized, and free from unnecessary hazards.
• Handle steel materials and fabricated assemblies using approved lifting and material-handling procedures.
• Minimize material waste through accurate measurement, cutting plans, and efficient use of materials.
Safety and Documentation
• Follow company safety procedures, risk assessments, and permit-to-work requirements where applicable.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during fabrication activities.
• Follow safe practices for hot work, grinding, cutting, and handling heavy materials.
• Complete assigned job cards, fabrication checklists, and production records.
• Report unsafe conditions, material defects, and production delays to the supervisor.
3. Qualifications and Experience
• Technical certificate, vocational qualification, diploma, or equivalent practical training in Steel Fabrication, Metalworking, Boilermaking, or a related trade.
• Typically 3–5 years of relevant experience in steel fabrication, structural metalwork, or automotive manufacturing.
• Practical experience in steel plate fabrication, cutting, fitting, forming, and assembly.
• Experience working with vehicle chassis, automotive body structures, heavy-duty equipment, or industrial fabrication is preferred.
• Experience in military vehicle manufacturing or armored vehicle fabrication is an advantage.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and meet specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Relevant welding or fabrication certifications are desirable.
4. Technical Skills
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and fabrication drawings.
• Proficiency in measuring, marking, cutting, drilling, grinding, and fitting steel components.
• Knowledge of steel plates, structural sections, tubes, and common fabrication materials.
• Familiarity with welding joint preparation, tack welding, and fit-up procedures.
• Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures, steel rulers, squares, calipers, and angle gauges.
• Familiarity with fabrication machinery and workshop equipment.
• Understanding of dimensional tolerances and basic fabrication quality requirements.
• Knowledge of safe material handling and workshop safety practices.
• Ability to identify material defects and fabrication discrepancies.
5. Core Competencies
• Practical fabrication and metalworking skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Problem-solving and teamwork.
• Effective communication with supervisors and technical teams.
• Time management and productivity.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Compliance with fabrication drawings and dimensional tolerances.
• Timely completion of assigned fabrication tasks.
• First-time acceptance rate of fabricated components.
• Reduction in material waste, rework, and fabrication defects.
• Compliance with workshop safety procedures.
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