Lead CNC & Cobots Tooling Engineer

JTEKT Column Systems NA; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JTEKT Column Systems NA in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Technology and Tooling Engineer to support and advance manufacturing technology, tooling, CNC equipment, and cobot applications. You will lead programming, troubleshoot issues, optimize tooling, and drive continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

The role requires collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and other technical teams, with responsibilities spanning equipment

Qualifications

• The candidate has a formal engineering or manufacturing education or is pursuing an associate degree with manufacturing experience.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Program and support CNC and cobot equipment.
• Lead CNC and cobot programming activities.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance plans.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction activities.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Associate's degree pursuit with 5 years experience in technical manufacturing

Tools

CNC programming

Cobots

Tooling design

Preventive maintenance

Job description

JTEKT Column Systems NA in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a Technology and Tooling Engineer to support and advance manufacturing technology, tooling, CNC equipment, and cobot applications. You will lead programming, troubleshoot issues, optimize tooling, and drive continuous improvement to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

The role requires collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, and other technical teams, with responsibilities spanning equipment