Machinist Fabricator

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus programs

Health insurance

401k program

Onsite fitness centers

Employee stores

Employee discounts

Job summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s Product Development Center (PDC) in Wauwatosa, WI seeks a Machinist Fabricator to produce prototype parts with CNC mill/lathe, water jet, and 5-axis capabilities. You will weld with MIG/TIG, interpret complex drawings, and work from CAD models to meet tight tolerances.

This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits including health, 401(k), and family-friendly programs, and a path to contribute to Harley-Davidson’s legendary innovation.

Qualifications

• Eight years minimum experience as a prototype machinist or fabricator
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 20 verifiable credits in related trade school training
• Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD models
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM and G-code creation
• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, water jet, and press brake
• Experience welding MIG/TIG on steel and aluminum
• Strong problem solving and math skills
• Ability to work from verbal instructions and CAD models

Responsibilities

• Machine prototype parts to tight tolerances from drawings and 3-D models
• MIG/TIG weld steel and aluminum assemblies to spec
• Program and operate HP 3-D Fusion Printer and rapid prototyping equipment

Skills

Problem solving

Reading comprehension

Mathematics

Spatial relations

Troubleshooting

Trades knowledge

CAD/CAM

G-code

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school credits (20)

Tools

ProE

PowerMill

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

HP 3-D Fusion Printer

3D Pro Selective Layer Sintering

Job description

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Title:Machinist Fabricator
Job Function:Manufacturing
Location:PDC
Company:Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Shift: All shifts

Pay Rate: $43.95

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it.

While we do not have an immediate job opening, we are currently accepting applications for the Machinist Fabricator position to build a talent pipeline for potential future openings.

In this position, you will:

• Machine prototype test parts and fixtures from raw stock to tight tolerances from verbal instructions, engineering drawings and 3-D models using CNC mill, CNC Lathe, water jet and 5-axis CNC machining center.
• Metal inert gas (MIG) weld and tungsten inert gas (TIG) weld steel and aluminum assemblies to engineering tolerances.
• Program, load and operate HP 3-D Fusion Printer, 3D Pro Selective Layer Sintering and other rapid prototyping equipment.

Requirements:

• Eight (8) years minimum experience as a prototype machinist, fabricator or an apprenticeship in a related field where experience and skill would apply to this position.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 20 verifiable credits in related trade school training or coursework that would enhance the skills required for this position.
• Previously demonstrated good problem solving skills, demonstrated basic skills including, but not limited to: reading comprehension, mathematics, spatial relations, troubleshooting and trades knowledge.
• Must have the ability to complete a job from start to finish, which includes: the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and sketches, the ability to work from verbal instructions for design intent, work with minimal instructions, work with CAD models, develop work holding methods, ability to generate complex cutter paths utilizing CAM software and select the necessary tools to produce prototype parts and assemblies ranging from simple to complex that have a professional appearance and accuracy.
• Demonstrated competence in the fabrication and welding of critical assemblies where strength, distortion and other factors must be considered.
• High level of skill to produce or modify complex, close tolerance parts is essential using a variety of equipment.
• Demonstrated on the job proficiency of CAD/CAM, preferably ProE, PowerMill, and Master Cam software.
• Must have the ability to create and edit G-code.
• Must have ability to set-up and operate the following pieces of equipment: CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, water jet, and press brake.
• Ability to adequately communicate verbal, written and comprehensive skills with others.
• Preferred experience with operating 5-Axis CNC machining center and rapid prototype equipment.
• This position will support fabrication, billet machining and rapid prototyping of prototype test articles.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time hourly employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here .

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports:No
Travel Required:0 - 10%
Visa Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation:This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)

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