Ceramic CNC Engineer I: From Prototype to Production

CoorsTek; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K match (USA)

HSA with Company Contribution

Wellness Reimbursement

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

CoorsTek, a leader in advanced ceramics, seeks an Engineer I – Ceramic CNC New Product Development to design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes for ceramic components. You translate CAD drawings into CNC machining plans, program and operate CNC equipment, and help advance parts from concept to production.

Join a hands-on team of machinists and engineers, optimize tooling and fixtures, and contribute to quality and manufacturability improvements in a fast-paced ceramic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or related engineering field.
• 0–4 years experience in mechanical/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of new ceramic components and assemblies.
• Translate engineering drawings and CAD models into practical CNC machining processes.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment used to machine ceramic materials.
• Develop and optimize cutting parameters, tooling, fixturing, and machining strategies.
• Build and evaluate prototypes and first-article parts.
• Perform hands-on testing, dimensional inspection, and process evaluations.
• Troubleshoot machining, dimensional, surface-finish, and material-related issues.
• Work with machinists to improve processes and part quality.
• Document development work, test results, and process improvements.
• Prepare manufacturing processes and work instructions for new products.
• Participate in root-cause investigations and quality improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

CAD/CAM familiarity

Problem-solving

Hands-on manufacturing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in related engineering field and/or 4 years experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

Job description

CoorsTek, a leader in advanced ceramics, seeks an Engineer I – Ceramic CNC New Product Development to design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes for ceramic components. You translate CAD drawings into CNC machining plans, program and operate CNC equipment, and help advance parts from concept to production.

Join a hands-on team of machinists and engineers, optimize tooling and fixtures, and contribute to quality and manufacturability improvements in a fast-paced ceramic environment.