Manufacturing Engineer

Dynex/Rivett Inc.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynex/Rivett Inc. in Pewaukee, Wisconsin is seeking a CNC Programmer to define and implement cost-effective methods for complex components. You will create CNC programs, design tooling, and work closely with machine operators to ensure operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree in CNC programming, three years of relevant experience, and proficiency in CAM software. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This role possibly requires lifting up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• 3 years work experience in CNC programming, fixture, tooling, and gauge design.
• 3 years of relevant CAM experience.
• Experience with secondary operations like grinding, cleaning, honing.
• Knowledge of heat treat processes.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Define, create, and implement cost-effective manufacturing methods.
• Design and procure new tooling, gauging, and fixturing.
• Create CNC programs and work with operators.
• Develop documentation for new parts and update existing records.
• Evaluate and improve existing manufacturing processes.

Skills

CNC programming

CAM software proficiency

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Reading technical designs and drawings

Analytical thinking

Education

Technical degree in CNC programming (2-year program)

Tools

SolidWorks

Esprit CAM software

Job description

• Define, create, and implement cost-effective methods for the manufacture and inspection of complex component parts.
• Design and/or procure new tooling, gauging, and fixturing.
• Create CNC programs using CAM software and work with operators to prove out programs.
• Create required documentation for new parts, including tool records, process drawings, inspection records, etc. Update existing documentation when changes occur.
• Work with machine operators to prove out programs and troubleshoot problems on the shop floor.
• Communicate with vendors/contractors in manufacturing techniques, specifications, or processes to ensure quality parts.
• Provide cost estimates for manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes, capabilities, and equipment. Identify areas for improvement.
• Comply with requirements of the quality system.
• Work on special manufacturing projects as directed by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical degree in CNC programming (2-year program) and 3 years work experience in CNC programming, fixture, tooling, and gauge design.
• 3 years of relevant CAM experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAM software. Experience with SolidWorks and/or Esprit CAM software a plus.
• Able to read, analyze and interpret technical designs, drawings, blueprints, and test results.
• Experience with secondary operations like grinding, cleaning, honing, a plus.
• Knowledge of heat treat processes.
• Intermediate to advanced math skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical thinker. Must be able to define problems, collect and research data, establish facts, use intuition and experience to complement data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.