Engineering Technician 3rd shift

Snap-on Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Snap-on Inc is seeking an Engineering Technician to generate CAD/CAM drawings and CNC programs from provided prints. The role includes post-processing edits, tooling knowledge, and strong Excel/Word documentation. Candidates should be skilled in reading drawings and applying GD&T principles.

The position is a 3rd shift (10 pm–6 am) with flexibility for the right candidate. Prior CNC and CAD/CAM experience is required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Certificate or associate program in CNC machining or related field is desirable.
• Five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate CAD/CAM drawings from prints or sketches.
• Create CNC programs from CAD/CAM software and edit post-process outputs.
• Troubleshoot tooling, machines, and programming issues in CNC operations.
• Maintain CNC program data on servers and ensure updates are documented.
• Support manufacturing engineering and assist with fixture/workholding concepts.
• Read and interpret drawings, tolerances, and setup procedures.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD/CAM drawings

G-code/M-code

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School diploma

CNC certificate / associate degree

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Machining tools

G-code editors

Job description

Overview

Who We Are: People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

An Engineering Technician creates drawings and CNC programs using the provided CAD/CAM software. This individual should also be familiar with CNC based G-Code/M-Code and should be able to perform post-process editing. An Engineering Technician should be proficient with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, and Word). Be able to determine the manufacturing process of a new product from the fixture/work holding stage to the finish product is essential for this position.

3rd shift opportunity - 10 pm to 6 am

We are open to flexiblity around the shift hours for the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate CAD/CAM drawings of parts using supplied print or sketch.
• Generate CNC programs from the CAD/CAM software.
• Great working knowledge and understanding of machine tooling and proper usage.
• Ability to perform CNC programming at a machine control, and offline, including the use of software
• Generate and maintain information in Excel or Word based off of CNC programs.
• Control the handling of CNC programs from the server to CNC machines.
• Monitor, document and control any changes made to CNC programs.
• Have general design concepts of fixture or work holding components.
• Troubleshoot machining related issues (tooling, machines and programming)
• Troubleshoot robots/automation (manipulation & point setting).
• Assist and aid manufacturing Engineering
• Other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Prefer a completed certificate, associate degree or apprenticeship program in CNC machine operations, precision machining, machine technology or a related field
• Five years related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This position requires an individual to convey information effectively in writing, presentations or speeches to other employees.
• Two years preferred CAD/CAM experience.
• Five years preferred experience with operation of CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Five years preferred experience with work holding and fixtures for CNC lathes and/or mills.
• Needs to have a general understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• General and practical knowledge of measuring tools, equipment and concepts
• Excellent working knowledge of geometric tolerancing and dimensioning
• Excellent print reading skills
• Needs to have the ability to read and follow written instructions or procedures