Heater ceramic technician

Job Title: Industrial Heater Fabrication Technician

Location: Doha, Qatar

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Fabrication Technician specialized in the manual production and assembly of industrial heating elements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in manufacturing mica heaters, ceramic band heaters, and nozzle heaters according to custom technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Heater Assembly: Manually fabricate industrial heaters, including cutting, bending, and assembling mica and ceramic components.
• Element Winding: Calculate and perform precise winding of resistance wires (such as Nichrome) to achieve specific wattage and voltage requirements.
• Insulation & Sheathing: Apply insulation layers and fit stainless steel or brass outer casings/sheaths securely.
• Technical Drawing Interpretation: Read and manufacture heaters based on specific mechanical drawings, ensuring all dimensions (ID, OD, and Width) are exact.
• Termination & Wiring: Install various lead wire types, terminal boxes, and plugs, ensuring high-quality connections and heat resistance.
• Quality Testing: Conduct insulation resistance tests and continuity checks on finished products before delivery.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Direct Experience: Proven experience in a workshop or factory environment specifically making mica and ceramic heaters.
• Technical Math: Ability to calculate resistance ($R = V / I$) and surface load to ensure the heater meets power requirements.
• Precision: High level of manual dexterity and attention to detail when working with small components and fragile ceramic parts.
• Tool Usage: Skilled in using spot welding machines, rolling machines, and shearing tools.
• Material Knowledge: Understanding of different grades of resistance wires, mica sheets, and ceramic insulators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a dedicated industrial heating element manufacturing plant.
• Ability to suggest improvements for heater durability and efficiency.
• Immediate availability in Qatar with a transferable visa.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Work Location: In person