Senior R&D Machinist - Seattle, WA. - Relocation Assistance

SST Direct; Sacramento (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Senior R&D Machinist to join their innovative team. This role involves machining high-quality precision parts, operating CNC and ProtoTRAK equipment, and collaborating with engineers on design activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a commercial environment and a strong understanding of various materials and machining processes. Offering a supportive workplace with flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a range of benefits including medical and retirement plans, this position promises a rewarding career path for those passionate about precision engineering and teamwork.

Benefits

Ownership via incentive stock options

Retirement matching

Company paid medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous PTO

Flexible working schedules

Parental leave

Annual professional development budget

Dog-friendly office

Employee assistance program

Engaging company events

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Machine high quality, precision parts and tooling in various materials.
• Set up and operate CNC lathe and mill, design custom tools.

Skills

CNC machining

ProtoTRAK operation

CAM software

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High school education or equivalent

Vocational Technical Training

Tools

ProtoTrak Lathe

CNC lathe

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Microsoft Office

Job description

DIRECT HIRE: A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior R&D Machinist in the Seattle, WA. area. Relocation Assistance provided for the right candidate. This is a daytime and onsite position.

Salary: $30hr - $48hr (depending on experience)
Schedule: Flexible
Benefits: Listed below

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 programming 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:

• 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
• Flexible working schedules
• Parental leave to welcome a new family member
• Annual professional development budget
• 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

For a faster response, once applied, please text "R&D" to 904-712-6140.
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