The Senior Fabrication Technician – Skid Assembly leads the hands-on fabrication, fit-up, and mechanical integration of custom skid-mounted process systems used in sanitary and high-purity industries such as pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and biotech. This role ensures assemblies meet engineering drawings, sanitary standards (ASME BPE, 3-A), and quality protocols. The senior technician mentors junior staff, interfaces with engineering and QA, and plays a critical role in driving project execution, build quality, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.
Advanced Mechanical Assembly of Custom Process Skids
Sanitary Piping Fit-Up and Weld-Prep Supervision
Team Leadership, Mentoring, and Workflow Coordination
Compliance with Sanitary and Mechanical Fabrication Standards
Collaboration with Engineering, QA/QC, and Project Management
Lead and execute the mechanical assembly of modular process skids including base frames, mechanical equipment, and piping.
Coordinate build activities across multiple technicians, ensuring milestones are met and tasks are completed to spec.
Troubleshoot fabrication issues and implement practical on-site solutions in coordination with engineering.
Perform and oversee the preparation and installation of hygienic stainless steel piping, including cutting, facing, bending, and alignment.
Ensure weld-prep integrity and support orbital/TIG welders with accurate fit-up and purging.
Maintain sanitary design principles to ensure cleanliness, drainability, and compliance with 3-A/ASME BPE standards.
Interpret and redline complex P&IDs, isometric drawings, and fabrication schematics.
Conduct pre-install and post-install inspections, ensuring alignment, torque, gasket selection, and material conformity.
Partner with QA/QC personnel to resolve NCRs and ensure traceability and documentation accuracy.
Train and mentor junior and mid-level fabrication technicians on best practices, tools, and techniques.
Promote a safety-first, detail-driven culture on the shop floor.
Provide feedback on personnel performance and skill development needs.
Manage tool usage, equipment maintenance, and organization of fabrication zones.
Suggest and implement process improvements to reduce rework and increase build efficiency.
Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, PPE use, and lean manufacturing/5S standards.
Technical diploma or trade certification in mechanical or industrial technology; additional training in sanitary fabrication a plus.
5–10 years of experience in process equipment fabrication, mechanical assembly, or piping/skid manufacturing.
Strong understanding of sanitary fabrication standards such as ASME BPE, 3-A, GMP, and AWS D18.1.
Proficient in interpreting detailed drawings, mechanical layouts, and P&IDs.
Advanced mechanical skills in high-purity systems for food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industries.
Experience supporting or performing orbital welding fit-up.
Familiarity with fabrication QA procedures including documentation, pressure testing, and inspection.
Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination capabilities.