Senior Machinist — Precision CNC for Next-Gen Fusion

Thea Energy Inc.; Kearny (NJ); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay: $32–$52+ per hour

Health benefits

Equity stock options

20 PTO days

Job summary

Thea Energy Inc. seeks a Senior Machinist to program, operate, set up, and maintain our machine shop as we pioneer next-generation fusion hardware.

You will work hands-on with manual equipment and 3-axis CNC machines to fabricate high-precision components, reading complex drawings and ensuring tight tolerances. In a fast-paced environment, you will bridge R&D prototyping and small-run production, optimize workflows, and support safety and quality through setup, inspection, and troubleshooting,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of 3-axis CNC experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a prototyping setting.
• Proficient in CNC setup, programming, and operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Hands-on with manual lathes and mills.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the machine shop including CNC and manual machines to produce high-quality components according to engineering specs.
• Set up CNC machines, tooling, fixtures, and programming for production runs.
• Prepare workflows and tooling for switching to one-off parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and GD&T to understand machining requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC equipment; coordinate with outside vendors when needed.
• Conduct quality inspections using precision measurement tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Adhere to safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

Skills

3-axis CNC

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Prototyping experience

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

Machining certification

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

Thea Energy Inc. seeks a Senior Machinist to program, operate, set up, and maintain our machine shop as we pioneer next-generation fusion hardware.

You will work hands-on with manual equipment and 3-axis CNC machines to fabricate high-precision components, reading complex drawings and ensuring tight tolerances. In a fast-paced environment, you will bridge R&D prototyping and small-run production, optimize workflows, and support safety and quality through setup, inspection, and troubleshooting,