Expert Metal Fabricator / Welding Department Manager

Expert Metal Fabricator / Welding Department Manager

Lacey, WA
Compensation: $85,000 – $100,000 annually (DOE) + full benefits

Precision. Leadership. Custom Fabrication at Its Best.

I-5 Design Build is a nationally recognized leader in the creation of high-impact, custom-built environments for premier casinos and hospitality venues. We are seeking an expert metal fabricator with a strong welding background and proven leadership skills to manage our specialty welding department.

This role combines hands-on custom fabrication with departmental oversight. You’ll be responsible for building complex components primarily from aluminum, with additional work in copper, brass, and stainless steel. You’ll lead a team committed to excellence, and you’ll play an important role in mentoring and developing welders to meet I-5’s high standards for quality and finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in the metal welding and fabrication department
• Perform and oversee high-end MIG and TIG welding on aluminum (approx. 85% pulse-synergic MIG / 15% TIG)
• Fabricate architectural and structural components in aluminum, copper, brass, and stainless steel
• Interpret detailed shop drawings to ensure dimensional accuracy and clean execution
• Maintain consistent quality and craftsmanship across a range of custom projects
• Train and mentor welders to develop skillsets, support team growth, and uphold department standards
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and shop leads to align with project goals

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience welding aluminum with MIG (pulse-synergic) and TIG in a custom fabrication setting
• Working knowledge and fabrication experience with copper, brass, and stainless steel
• Strong layout and fit-up skills with an emphasis on clean, precise workmanship
• Experience leading or supervising welders or fabrication teams
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and a collaborative, team-focused mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $85,000 – $100,000/year DOE
• Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• A clean, well-equipped fabrication environment
• A team culture that values accountability, mentorship, and exceptional craftsmanship

Ready to Build with Excellence?

If you're a skilled metal fabricator with leadership experience and a passion for precision, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join I-5 Design Build—where design, craftsmanship, and execution come together to create extraordinary environments.