Motorsports CNC Programmer

ILMOR ENGINEERING, INC.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ILMOR ENGINEERING, INC. seeks a skilled CNC Programmer at their Plymouth headquarters to lead programming and process improvements for high-performance engines. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of CNC programming experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about motorsports. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure product quality while mentoring apprentices and implementing cutting-edge techniques.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

3% 401K Safe Harbor Contribution

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent programming experience with 3 to 5 axis CNC milling and turning equipment.
• Knowledge in work holding, fixturing, and cutting tool selection.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments with significant autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs using HyperMill/OpenMind and Fusion 360.
• Evaluate existing CNC programs and implement process improvements.
• Train others in CNC programming and process development.

Skills

CNC Programming

Process Improvement

Team Collaboration

Communication

Job description

Join us here at our USA Racing Headquarters in Plymouth, MI.

Ilmor Engineering isa Crain's Top 100 Places to Work!

Ilmor Engineering provides design, development, testing, and manufacturing of performance engines and parts for major manufacturers and racing teams throughout the world. Our clients include automotive, marine, IndyCar, ARCA, among others. All of our high-performance engines and components are precision engineered to the highest standards—utilizing the latest manufacturing technologies and quality systems.

In this role, you will work closely with our machinists, fabricators and production team members to write/refine programs, perform set-up operations and develop and lead solid clean processes for our specialized suite of components for the motorsports and marine industry. Reporting to the Manufacturing Center Manager, you will be the technical leader and responsible for delivering high quality products, process improvements, coaching and mentoring.

• Create 3-, 4- and 5-Axis CNC programs using HyperMill/OpenMind, Fusion 360, and Vericut software. Program creation includes, and is not limited to, tool path simulation, posting of program, tool setup instruction, and tool library updates as new tools are introduced to our Manufacturing Center, etc.
• Use skills in Print Reading, GD&T, Tool Selection, Speeds & Feeds, jigging, and fixturing to create part manufacturing setups.
• Evaluate existing CNC programs, fixtures, tooling, and machining processes periodically. Identify and implement process improvements to optimize quality, productivity, and cost
• Evaluate externally purchased parts for opportunities to machine in house. Assist in the selection of insource projects, and develop the processes to machine internally.
• Maintain expert knowledge of machining industry best practices. Implement best practices when applicable
• Perform training related to CNC programming, process development, and machine operation
• Collaborate with development engineers, suppliers and engineers.
• Work alongside CMM operator/quality department to ensure parts are manufactured to specified tolerances. Adjust program as needed through the life of such program.
• Work alongside our Engineering team to ensure finish parts meet quality and functionality criteria as expected.
• Work alongside CNC programmers who are hired as Independent Contractors to generate programs to be ran in our manufacturing center.
• Work alongside Machine Operators to ensure finished parts meet quality and functionality criteria as expected.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Passion for motorsports, powertrain
• 5+ years of recent experience in programming & setup of 3 to 5 axis CNC milling and turning equipment.
• 5 years of experience in developing manufacturing and production processes for machined components
• Knowledgeable in work holding, fixturing and cutting tool selection and specification
• Excited and energized to implement new technologies and techniques to continuously improve timing and quality of parts being manufactured.
• Experience with MS Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Great team player with excellent communication skills.
• Thrives in a high-pressure environment with significant autonomy and freedom.
• Enjoys teaching, coaching and developing apprentices

Nuts & Bolts

• Day-1 Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement Benefit: 3% 401K Safe Harbor Contribution (Guaranteed - not a match)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand. The employee is frequently required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel objects, use tools or controls and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, kneel crouch, crawl and talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electric shock and explosives.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. However, some instances of this job may require work in areas where ear protection is necessary.