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Automotive Metal Fabrication Technician
Cambridge, WI
About Michels Auto Design
At Michels Auto Design, we don't just restore cars—we revive history and engineer perfection. As an award winning 2022 Battle of the Builders Young Gun, 2023 Top 10 Professional Class Hot Rod Division plus 2024 and 2025 Battle of the Builders Young Gun Judge, we are a leader in custom builds and elite restoration. We push the limits of craftsmanship, innovation, and precision. Whether it's transforming wrecked classics into showroom stunners or fabricating one-of-a-kind performance builds, our team of experts is driven by passion, excellence, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. If you're a skilled fabricator and body technician who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, this is your opportunity to bring automotive icons back to life.
Who You Are
- A highly skilled craftsman with a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision fabrication.
- 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in custom car restoration, hot rods, or collision repair.
- Expert-level welding skills (TIG & MIG preferred).
- Proficient in metal shaping tools and machining (pull max, mill, lathe, English when, planishing hammer, etc.)
- Experience in composites, fiberglass work, and panel fabrication is a plus.
- Thrive in a team-driven, high-performance environment where deadlines and quality go hand-in-hand.
- Ability to problem-solve, innovate, and refine existing processes.
- Self-motivated with a drive to continuously perfect your craft.
What You'll Do
- Breathe new life into iconic classics, restoring them to showroom or track-ready perfection.
- Perform custom metal fabrication, structural repairs, and precision panel fitting.
- Handle fiberglass work, body panel replacements, and high-quality collision repairs.
- Operate a variety of hand, power, and shop tools to craft elite-level restorations.
- Work with composite materials, sheet metal, and chassis fabrication to ensure vehicles meet exacting standards.
- Disassemble and reassemble vintage and high-performance classic models with expert precision.
- Collaborate with engineers, painters, and mechanics to bring projects to life.
- Maintain meticulous records of time, materials, and processes to ensure efficiency.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace, because precision starts with discipline.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Matching
- Paid Holidays
- Health Benefits
- A winning culture in a high-performance environment—driven by passion, precision, and podium finishes
At Michels Auto Design, every build tells a story, every restoration is a masterpiece, and every technician is part of our legacy.
Are you ready to bring history back to life?
Pay: $25.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
