Innovation & Tech Engineer: Advanced Machining

Patriot Machine, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Innovation and Technology engineer at Patriot Machine, Inc. will improve machining technology and process capabilities. You will predict problems, analyze machine data and tool performance via simulation software, and champion new technologies from academic or industry sources.

You will lead others in implementing plans, track production processes, and optimize methods to reduce part costs while advancing manufacturing technology.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or Physics, Mechanical or Aerospace preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fundamentals of CNC programming and CAD modeling.
• Data analysis and numerical simulation experience.
• Understanding of CNC machines and controllers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Innovation and Technology team in machining process development.
• Analyze data from CNC machines and develop advanced tooling.
• Develop test plans and artifacts for proving out processes.
• Document NC programming process plans and perform testing.
• Lead efforts to research, evaluate and implement new technology.
• Model and simulate manufacturing processes including cutting forces and vibration.
• Develop methods to minimize cost per part.

Skills

Data analysis

CNC programming basics

CAD modeling

Numerical simulation

Vibration analysis

Machining / metal cutting processes

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Physics

Mechanical, Aerospace preferred

Tools

CAD software

Simulation software

Job description

The Innovation and Technology engineer at Patriot Machine, Inc. will improve machining technology and process capabilities. You will predict problems, analyze machine data and tool performance via simulation software, and champion new technologies from academic or industry sources.

You will lead others in implementing plans, track production processes, and optimize methods to reduce part costs while advancing manufacturing technology.