Freelance Metal Fabricator — Custom Architectural Fabrication
Hourly - based on experience
Fabricator
Description
The New Motor is a custom architectural millwork and metal fabrication studio in Red Hook, Brooklyn. We design, engineer, build, and install high-end custom millwork and metalwork for architects, designers, brands, and general contractors. We don't cut corners — we bring serious attention to detail and stand behind everything we make.
We're looking for a skilled freelance Metal Fabricator to work with us on a project-by-project basis. Great fit if you want steady, interesting work without a full-time commitment — we scale up when jobs land and want reliable hands we can call on.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Fabricate custom architectural and display metalwork in steel, aluminum, stainless, and brass
- MIG and TIG welding with clean, finish-quality results
- Cut, grind, form, drill, and assemble to tight tolerances
- Work from shop drawings and cut lists
- Build jigs and fixtures and find the smart way to make tricky parts
- Prep pieces for finishing and help with on-site installation when needed
- Strong, proven metal fabrication experience (custom / architectural / display a big plus)
- Excellent MIG and TIG welding; clean welds that finish well
- Comfortable reading shop drawings and taking accurate measurements
- Self-sufficient — able to take a scope and run with it
- Reliable and available on the timelines a project needs
- Able to lift 50+ lbs and work on your feet in a shop environment
- Calm and level-headed under a deadline
- Positive, personable, easy to have around, and you bring good energy
- Resourceful and creative — a bit of a MacGyver when the drawing doesn't quite work in the real world
- Strong work ethic; you follow through and do what it takes to get it done right
- A self-starter who takes initiative and doesn't wait to be told
- Freelance / contract, project-based, in our Red Hook shop
- Day rate or hourly, based on experience
- Hours and duration vary by project; potential for ongoing, repeat work
Email your resume and a few photos of work you're proud of to ryan@thenewmotor.com. Let us know your rate and general availability.