Senior Machinist

Modern Hydrogen; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior R&D Machinist to join their dynamic team in Woodinville. This full-time, onsite role involves operating advanced machinery to produce high-precision parts and tooling, collaborating closely with engineers and designers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in machining and a strong commitment to quality and safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Generous PTO

Dog-Friendly Office

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience as a prototype machinist in a commercial environment.
• Hands-on experience with manual and CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Machine high quality, precision parts and tooling in various materials.
• Set up and operate CNC lathe and mill for production.

Skills

Machining Precision Parts

CNC Operation

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with CAM Software

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational Technical Training

Tools

ProtoTrak Lathe and Mill

CNC Lathe and Mill

Metrology Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $48.00/hr

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Senior R&D Machinist

Modern Hydrogen

Woodinville, WA - Full Time – Onsite

Modern Hydrogen has an immediate opening for a dayshift Senior R&D Machinist to support the Manufacturing team. The machinist’s goal is to operate machines and produce complex production and prototype parts to high-tolerance design specifications in an accurate and timely manner. In this role, you will produce prototype parts spanning basic designs to complex assemblies. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary and collaborative team of fabricators, designers, technicians, engineers, and scientists.

This is for dayshift and onsite role. The Senior R&D Machinist will be required to work on-site in our facility in Woodinville, WA 5 days per week and attend quarterly company events in the Seattle area. These events are geared towards fostering connections between colleagues, building a strong team, and having fun together. Overtime may occasionally be required for this role.

Modern Hydrogen is an energy & materials company. Our proprietary methane pyrolysis technology converts natural gas into high-value hydrogen while producing solid carbon for asphalt, which is used to strengthen roads. By producing hydrogen at the point of use, Modern Hydrogen helps utilities & industry extend the value of their existing energy infrastructure and reduce emissions, all the while maintaining energy security and affordability. Backed by top investors and customers like Bill Gates, NextEra Energy, and National Grid, Modern Hydrogen is redefining how natural gas resources can become more valuable and sustainable in and beyond the energy industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Machine high quality, precision parts and tooling in a variety of materials (e.g. 304/316 SS, Nickel 200, Copper 101, superalloy/refractory materials)
• Handle material from rough stock to finished parts
• Set up and operate conversational equipment (ProtoTrak Lathe and Mill)
• Set up and operate a CNC lathe and mill
• Design and fabricate custom tools and fixtures
• Study drawings, schematics, engineering information, or sample parts to determine product dimensions and tolerances as well as best method and sequence of operations needed to fabricate parts
• Assist engineers and designers with design activities and make suggestions relating to machining and fabrication of parts and assemblies
• Help maintain shop equipment, inventory, and supplies
• Train coworkers on machine shop equipment and safety procedures
• Assist in other work areas, including but not limited to performing and assisting with test setup and equipment assembly
• Examine machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose any sources of trouble
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Hands-on experience with the operation of manual or ProtoTRAK machines
• Experience with CAM Software and programing parts
• Understanding and experience with reading imperial and metric dimensions and tolerances, including GD&T
• Experience using outside and inside micrometers, vernier calipers, and vernier height and depth gauges
• Understanding of how to select and prepare appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used for machining work in both soft materials (e.g., plastic, copper, aluminum, etc.) as well as superalloy/refractory materials (e.g., Molybdenum, Tungsten, Inconel, etc.)
• Experience designing alignment and holding fixtures, 3 and 4-jaw chucks, attachments, and materials onto machines
• Excellent problem-solving skills and solution orientation
• Impeccable written and verbal communication
• Ability and enthusiasm to work as part of a highly collaborative, dynamic, and diverse team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as chat and teleconferencing applications (e.g. Teams, Slack)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education or equivalent
• 6-10 years of experience as a prototype machinist in a commercial environment
• Experience with metrology tools such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Vocational Technical Training
• Experience working in a startup environment
• Experience using and maintaining CNC machines and TRAK mill/lathe
• Knowledge of multi-axis CNC milling and turning
• Experience with modern CAM software (Autodesk-Fusion 360, MasterCAM, or similar)
• Experience machining refractory metals

BENEFITS:

Modern Hydrogen is proud to offer a comprehensive total compensation package designed to support our employees & their families and promote health & wellness.

• Pay range is $30.00 - $48.00/hour.
• Ownership of the company in the form of incentive stock options (ISOs).
• Retirement matching through Ascensus’ SIMPLE IRA with elective 3% employer match.
• Company paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance ($100,000), and AD&D for employees. 50% covered for dependents.
• Optional access to our flexible spending account or health savings account, optional vision insurance buy-up, and additional voluntary life buy-up.
• Generous PTO: ten days of vacation per year (accrual rate increases with every year of tenure), sick leave, two personal days per year (prorated upon hire), eight paid holidays per year, three to five days of bereavement leave per instance, five days per year for jury duty.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Parental leave to welcome a new family member.
• Employee assistance program which includes wellness planning, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
• Dog-friendly office, fully stocked breakroom, engaging company events, and friendly and fun team!
• Relocation assistance for those moving from out of state.

Exact salary may vary depending on job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, training, certifications/licenses, and other business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Engineering

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, and Services for Renewable Energy

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