Allium Engineering

Allium Engineering is transforming our most essential construction materials to massively extend the lifetime of our public infrastructure. Through partnering with some of the world’s largest steel manufacturers, we have developed an advanced cladding technology that integrates directly into existing steel mills. Allium and our steel mill partners are pioneering a new class of corrosion-resistant materials: like our stainless clad rebar that triples the lifetime of a typical bridge. With our first robotic cladding factory coming online this summer and projects planned with partners like the Florida and California Departments of Transportation, we need to grow our core manufacturing team. Come work with us to help keep roads, bridges, and infrastructure everywhere standing strong for hundreds of years

Responsibilities

Robotic welder operation

• Programming the laser welding robot using RobotStudio or similar software
• Working with engineering team to test and implement improved cladding and machining process to increase safety, quality and throughput
• Calibrating robot position, monitor welding, and troubleshoot issues
• Inspecting the finished product to measure dimensions and cladding thickness

Automated machining operation

• Configuring a semi-automated face milling tool to perform light machining of large (20-40 foot) steel components
• Monitoring the process to ensure smooth machining
• Inspecting the machined component to measure and compare against specifications
• Maintaining the equipment including replacing milling tools

Materials handling

• Moving large (20-40 ft) steel components weighing up to 5 tons using cranes, industrial rolling stands, and/or forklifts.

Preferred Skills and experiences

• Knowledge of ABB robotics systems, or similar robotic systems
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs, such as handheld tooling, milling machines, bandsaws, drill presses, etc.
• Knowledge of manual and mechanical welding techniques, especially robotic welding
• Past experience moving large components or machinery using equipment such as forklifts or cranes. Any crane and/or forklift training or certifications are a plus.
• Experience in a lean-style manufacturing environment.
• Experience fabricating metal components.
• Experience with laser manufacturing and/or laser measurement equipment.

Expected qualifications:

Past technical experience: 2-4 years of

• Work experience a) in an industrial/manufacturing environment, b) that involves following technical work instructions, and c) that includes experience programming robotic tools, automated machinery, or CNC machines

OR

• Relevant technical educationat an college, university, or trade school incorporating similar experience in an academic setting

Software/programming:

• Ability to use or learn basic robotics software, CAD/ CAM software, and/or PLC programming software.

Measurements & calibration:

• Ability to perform basic dimensional measurements including using calipers/micrometers to measure and record the width and height of a component
• Ability to calibrate robotic equipment by a specified procedure

Collaboration & teamwork

• Ability to collaborate, problem solve, and provide input into process and operating procedures.

Compensation and key benefits

• Compensation will vary by qualification, but expected to fall within $20/hr-$40/hr
• Ownership in Allium Engineering through our employee equity plan
• Extensive medical insurance coverage
• Retirement investment program with up to 3% employer matching
• Monthly skills training programs including lean manufacturing
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave
• Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
• On-site snack & beverages weekly paid lunches
• Ample on-site parking

Required

• Ability to work fully in-person at Allium factory, located in Billerica MA.
• Ability to stand, sit or be in other physically demanding positions frequently during 8 hour shifts. Labor requirements may vary, but operators may have to lift equipment, though usually not more than 40 pounds.
• Ability to operate safely in an industrial manufacturing environment, including following safety protocols and proactively identifying and removing safety risks.
• High school diploma or equivalent