ABOUT US

Get to know the team, the values, and the story behind Metal Fab Engineering.

Engineering Possibility. Building Solutions.

For over 50 years, Metal Fab Engineering has been turning bold ideas into precision-engineered solutions. From laser-cut parts and welded assemblies to custom-built systems, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation you can count on. We’re a third-generation, family-owned company committed to doing things the right way—and doing them well. Click the buttons below to dive into our story, services, values, and the team behind it all.

Our Story

From laser cutting to welded assemblies, we provide high-quality, reliable metal fabrication services for a range of industries.

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What We Do

We help you simplify designs, reduce costs, and improve product durability and performance through expert engineering solutions tailored to your needs.

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Our Values

Leverage our industry connections and sourcing expertise to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices.

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Our Team

Leverage our industry connections and sourcing expertise to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices.

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OUR STORY

Rooted in Passion. Built on Innovation.

Ambitious and always tinkering with wood and metal, Paul Ezra launched his own company in his 20s. In the late 1960s, he and his wife Mary Lou opened a small fabrication shop focused on designing and producing specialty parts for antique vehicles. Their vision and determination laid the foundation for something bigger.

Today, Metal Fab Engineering stands as one of Northern Indiana’s most trusted manufacturing success stories. Now in its third generation of family ownership, we produce hundreds of thousands of parts annually and serve customers across a wide range of industries. What hasn’t changed? Our commitment to quality, innovation, and doing right by our people and partners.

Our Story
OUR SERVICES

Full-Service Metal Fabrication—And Then Some

We’re more than a contract manufacturer. We’re your strategic partner for production, engineering, and sourcing—all under one roof. Whether you need one part or one thousand, we provide the tools, talent, and technology to get the job done right.

Our Services

Our Core Capabilities Include:

  • Laser Cutting – Carbon steel up to 1", stainless steel up to ¾", aluminum up to ½"
  • Press Brake Forming – Over 20 machines, including 225-ton and CNC beds
  • Welding – Manual and robotic welding for quality and speed
  • Powder Coating – Durable, high-quality finishing options
  • Value-Add Engineering – CAD-based design, simplification, and consulting
  • Procurement & Sourcing – Domestic-first platform with preferred pricing

If you’ve got a challenge—we’re ready to solve it.

OUR VALUES

We Build With Integrity, Curiosity, and Care.

At Metal Fab Engineering, we believe in doing the right thing the right way. Our values aren’t just written on a wall—they’re lived out every day, in every decision we make.

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

  • Keen Ally – We’re here to help you win.
  • Honorably Driven – Integrity guides every action.
  • Do the Right Thing the Right Way –Especially when no one’s watching.
  • Always Learning – Growth comes from curiosity and humility.
  • Pursuing Better – Always improving, never settling.
Our Focus

Our Focus

  • Our Passion: – Solving problems for the communities we operate in.
  • Our Niche: – Being a partner for end-to-end metal fabrication, value-added services, and simplified, cost-effective supply chain solutions.
How We're Unique

How We're Unique

  • Keen Allies – We earn trust by showing up and doing what’s right.
  • Magnets for Miracles – We thrive on tough problems and creative solutions.
  • Flexibility Within Our Focus – We customize everything from process to part.
OUR TEAM

Meet the People Behind the Precision.

We’re proud of the talented, hard-working people who make up the Metal Fab Engineering team. Each member brings their own skillset and passion to the work we do—and it shows in every project we complete.

Travis McDowell

Travis McDowell

President / Visionary
Jay Stonebraker

Jay Stonebraker

Director of Engineering and Design
Terry Capper

Terry Capper

Director of Administration and Finance
James Schneider

James Schneider

Production Manager
Rick Bloss

Rick Bloss

Business Development Manager

Contact Us For A Free Quote Today

We are so much more than just a metal fabricator. Call us today and tell us what you need to be more successful. We offer free estimates and site visits.

OR CALL: 574-278-7150