Fabrication Build Specialist

About General Matter

General Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our goal is to design, build, and operate the world’s lowest-cost enrichment services in the United States. Our mission is to restore America’s ability to produce nuclear fuel—fuel that will power AI, advanced manufacturing, critical industries, and the next generation of nuclear reactors. Ultimately, our work will help power national ambitions and enable a high-energy society.

We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and are backed by top-tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability, and transparency. Help us build a high-energy society by making the cleanest, safest form of baseload energy the most affordable.

Fabrication Build Specialist

The General Matter Development team is responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new product development, production tooling, and automation equipment for the buildup of the GM Production factory. Technicians work closely with the engineering team to support high-impact projects to grow the GM Production line, from development to a high-volume production system.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate piece parts to print using machine shop and fabrication equipment.
• Building complex mechanical assemblies to a high standard, which may include, high and low-voltage wiring, and pneumatics.
• Equipment operation including; forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and tractor trailers, for critical moves/lifts within the facility.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 4+ years of welding experience including AC/DC TIG, MIG (shielded and none shielded).
• 3+ years of experience in manual machine operations, Milling and Lathe.
• 3+ years of experience using fabrication tools; drill press, sanders, hand tools, cutting torch, plasma cutter, material saws.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Able to read blueprints and complete basic shop math.
• Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics.
• Able to work independently and problem-solve efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well on a team.
• Willingness to provide constructive feedback to the engineering and production teams to improve tooling designs, processes, and parts.
• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail.
• Precision hole drilling operations.
• Proficient computer skills; comfortable with using email and the Microsoft Office suite.
• CAD design skills using NX to design basic parts.
• Laser tracking Experience.

Additional Requirements

• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime and/or weekends as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

General Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: Technician /Level 1: $27.00 - $34.50/hour
• Pay range: Technician /Level 2: $34.00 - $44.00/hour

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors.

In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.