Fabricator - Microplastic Filtration Systems
Job Title: Fabricator – Microplastic Filtration Systems
Location: Princeton & Kearny, NJ
Company: PolyGone Systems
About Us:
PolyGone Systems is transforming the $200B water treatment industry by building the first scalable, passive solution to remove microplastics from waterways. We’re a fast-growing cleantech startup with a mission to safeguard our water sources using innovative, biomimetic technologies.
Role Overview:
We’re seeking a skilled and hands-on Fabricator to assemble OEM-manufactured components into our proprietary industrial-scale microplastic filtration systems. You will play a key role in turning design into reality—ensuring each unit is assembled with precision, reliability, and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble mechanical filtration systems from fabricated and OEM parts.
- Interpret CAD drawings and technical schematics for component integration.
- Collaborate with the R&D team to iterate and improve system designs.
Track and manage inventory of materials, tools, and hardware. - Assist in prototyping, fabrication, and on-site setup as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
- Travel to pilot sites across the US for installation and maintenance (as needed).
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience working with stainless steel, aluminum
- Proficiency with CAD software and Autodesk Inventor.
- Hands-on metal fabrication skills ideally including welding, sheet metal bending, milling, drilling, and cutting.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time and materials efficiently.
- Effective communication skills to coordinate with engineering and R&D teams.
- Applicant must have 3-5 years of experience in industrial fabrication.
- Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in industrial or water treatment hardware assembly.
- Background in mechanical engineering or fabrication trades.
What We Offer:
- Work on cutting-edge clean technologies tackling global microplastic pollution.
- Competitive salary subject to experience and qualifications
- Leadership of highly motivated junior team members
- Work authorization support
- Fringe benefits include health insurance, vision & dental insurance, and 401(k)
- Opportunities to learn about and become involved in marketing strategies, early-stage fundraising processes, and transforming design and technology into commercialized products
- Access to the gym on the premises
- Unlimited snacks, team meals, annual team excursions, and more!
- Potential travel opportunities for project deployments across the US.
- General startup perks: flexible work culture, team outings, and purpose-driven work.
APPLICANT MUST FILL OUT APPLICATION FORM by May 31, 2025, to be considered: https://forms.gle/f9b75doJi8SAUmCX6