Prototype CNC Toolmaker & Precision Machinist

Agilent Technologies; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Agilent Technologies in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Toolmaker - CNC Specialist fitter to join our prototype machine shop. You will work with the product development team to turn designs into reality, and provide manufacturing support on part rework and fixtures.

You should be skilled in manual lathe and mill with tight tolerances, CNC programming, and strong drawing interpretation with GD&T. Knowledge of Siemens NX/NX CAM, SolidWorks, SolidCam or Fusion 360 is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Trade qualifications in Fitting and Turning or Tool Making.
• Experience in a low volume production or prototype facility.
• High skill level on manual lathe & mill, working to low tolerances.
• CNC programming experience.
• Strong drawing comprehension with a good understanding of GD&T.
• Knowledge of 3D CAD/CAM Software (e.g. Siemens NX and Siemens NX CAM, Solidworks, Solidcam and Fusion360) would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Turn product designs into reality in the prototype machine shop.
• Provide manufacturing support on part rework activities.
• Fabricate jigs/fixtures to improve ease of manufacturing.
• Operate machines and program CNC equipment as required.
• Collaborate with product development to solve engineering problems.

Skills

CNC programming

GD&T

Manual lathe

Manual mill

Fitting & Turning

Low volume prototyping

Education

Trade qualifications in Fitting and Turning or Tool Making

Tools

Siemens NX

NX CAM

SolidWorks

SolidCam

Fusion 360

Job description

Agilent Technologies in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Toolmaker - CNC Specialist fitter to join our prototype machine shop. You will work with the product development team to turn designs into reality, and provide manufacturing support on part rework and fixtures.

You should be skilled in manual lathe and mill with tight tolerances, CNC programming, and strong drawing interpretation with GD&T. Knowledge of Siemens NX/NX CAM, SolidWorks, SolidCam or Fusion 360 is advantageous.