Prototype Fabricator at Observable

Detroit, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience in a fabrication or prototyping shop environment
Intermediate experience with CAM software such as Fusion 360 CAM, SolidWorks CAM, Onshape CAM, or FeatureCAM
Proficient with modern CNC machine operations and part inspection
Working knowledge of SolidWorks (or similar CAD tools)
Ability to interpret and execute mechanical drawings and GD&T
Familiarity with common materials (aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, plastics, etc.) and their machining characteristics
Comfortable with non-standard hours, including occasional late-night or weekend requests
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with additive manufacturing (especially metal 3D printing or hybrid machines)
Deep knowledge of multi-axis milling, fixturing, and workholding strategies
Experience building parts for aerospace, robotics, or optics applications
Familiarity with vacuum-compatible fabrication, TIG welding, or thermal test setups

Responsibilities

Operate a wide range of fabrication tools including 5-axis CNC mills and lathes, metal 3D printers, tube and flat-bed lasers, waterjets, presses, and high-precision manual tools
Prepare CAM programs in Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar tools
Work from SolidWorks models and technical drawings to produce high-tolerance parts
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to iterate on part designs in real time
Help develop custom fixturing, jigs, and one-off assemblies for rapid prototyping
Assist in maintaining, upgrading, and tuning machines and shop infrastructure
Participate in design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and provide direct feedback to engineers
Occasionally assist with integration or test setups when needed

Skills

5-axis CNC mills

CNC lathes

Metal 3D printers

Tube lasers

Flat-bed lasers

Waterjets

Presses

Mastercam

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

CAM programming

Technical drawings

Observable

Collaborative platform for data visualization

About Observable

Observable provides a platform for data visualization and analytics, allowing users to create, share, and explore data through interactive notebooks. These notebooks are web-based documents that integrate code, data, and visualizations, enabling real-time data manipulation. The platform caters to data scientists, analysts, developers, and educators, making it especially beneficial for academic settings. Users can utilize various templates and examples to enhance their data visualization skills. Observable operates on a freemium model, offering basic features for free while charging for advanced features and services, which appeal to businesses and professional teams. The company also fosters a supportive community through forums and a Slack channel, encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing among users.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$44.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, EducationIndustries

11-50Employees

Risks

Freemium model faces competition from robust free features of Google Data Studio and Power BI.

Observable Cloud may face adoption hurdles if users resist migrating from current setups.

Pressure from investors for rapid growth may lead to strategic shifts alienating users.

Differentiation

Observable allows developers to build custom dashboards using code, unlike legacy BI tools.

The platform offers live, collaborative notebooks for real-time data exploration and iteration.

Observable's open-source framework supports any language or library for instant data app creation.

Upsides

Integration with AI-driven tools enhances insights generation and data interpretation capabilities.

The rise of low-code platforms could expand Observable's user base beyond developers.

Increasing demand for real-time analytics in finance and healthcare presents new opportunities.

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