About Us

We are a product development company focused on designing, prototyping, and manufacturing high-performance electric and gasoline motorcycles and bicycles. Our team works at the intersection of industrial design and engineering to bring innovative mobility concepts to life. While production is handled by external partners, all concept development and prototyping happens in-house in our fully equipped R&D workshop.

www.emperymobility.com

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled, hands-on Fabricator & Prototype Technician to join our R&D team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building—from raw material to fully functional prototype—and wants to grow within a dynamic product development environment.

This is a highly hands-on role—you will be working directly with materials, machines, and assemblies every day. You should be comfortable getting your hands dirty wrenching on equipment, fabricating parts, and solving real-world mechanical problems.

You will work closely with our industrial designer to turn CAD concepts into real-world, rideable prototypes, contributing directly to the development of next-generation motorcycles and bicycles.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret CAD models and technical drawings to fabricate functional prototypes
Build, modify, and refine mechanical systems for motorcycles and bicycles
Collaborate closely with the industrial designer to iterate designs through hands-on development
Operate and maintain shop equipment, including:
CNC mill and lathe
CNC tube bender
CNC waterjet
3D printers
Welding equipment (TIG/MIG preferred)
Perform assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of prototypes
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment
Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and in good working order
Provide practical feedback to improve design, manufacturability, and performance

Qualifications

~5–10 years of hands-on experience in fabrication, prototyping, or mechanical build environments (flexible for the right candidate)
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
Experience with machining, fabrication, and/or welding
Ability to work from CAD drawings and translate them into physical parts
Detail-oriented with pride in craftsmanship

What Matters Most

While experience is important, we place a higher value on:

Team fit and attitude — someone who collaborates well and contributes positively to a small team
Willingness to learn — curiosity and the ability to pick up new tools, processes, and skills quickly
Hands-on mindset — someone who genuinely enjoys working with tools, machines, and physical builds
Adaptability — comfort working across different types of projects and challenges
Ownership mindset — taking responsibility for both the work and the workspace

We are open to candidates who may not have every skill listed, but who demonstrate strong fundamentals and a desire to grow.

Growth & Development Opportunities

This role offers more than hands-on fabrication work. You’ll have opportunities to:

Learn new equipment, tools, and advanced fabrication techniques
Expand into other areas of the business, including product development, testing, marketing, and distribution
Gain exposure to the full lifecycle of bringing a product from concept to market
Grow alongside a small, highly collaborative team

Work Environment

Small, fast-paced R&D workshop
Highly collaborative and hands-on
A true build environment—expect to be actively fabricating, wrenching, and problem-solving daily
Direct impact on product development
A learning-focused environment where initiative is encouraged

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

Empery Mobility

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