Technician - Engineering

TechDigital Group; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Machinist for a contract position focused on programming and operating CNC machines. The role involves producing prototype parts and ensuring high-quality manufacturing while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will leverage their experience in modern machining processes and CAD software to optimize operations and collaborate effectively with engineers. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to innovative projects and enhance customer satisfaction through precision work and teamwork. If you are passionate about machining and quality, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with modern machining processes and tools is essential.
• Ability to interpret drawings and ensure part quality is critical.

Responsibilities

• Lead parts manufacturing and program CNC machines for precision parts.
• Collaborate with engineers for clarity on custom jobs and optimize processes.

Skills

CNC machining

conventional machining

programming CNC machines

creating holding fixtures

CAD software

interpreting drawings

safety protocols

Tools

CNC Haas 5-axis vertical machining center

conventional machines

Job description

Machinist Position

Position: Machinist (contract position), primary role: program and operate a CNC Haas 5-axis vertical machining center and non-CNC conventional machines producing prototype and small quantity parts. This position will provide manufacturing support and advise to multiple customers with a focus on meeting commitments and producing quality machine parts.

Primary Job Duties:

Provide parts manufacturing leadership, experience and knowledge required to fabricate specified prototype machine parts. Emphasis of this position is the ability to leverage knowledge and experience to setup machine operations, program tool paths, interpret models and understand specified design intent. Working as part of a team with a focus on customer satisfaction is an important expectation of this role.

Position Requirements:

1. Prior experience and sound working knowledge of modern machining processes as well as conventional machining tools.
2. Experience programming CNC machines, inputting the design specifications and ensuring the machine performs as required.
3. Experience planning and creating holding fixtures, selecting cutting tools and securing materials onto shop machines.
4. Experience adjusting machine settings to optimize part quality.
5. Working knowledge of current CAD software packages and file types.
6. Experience machining precision plastic parts and polyimide resin materials.
7. Ability to interpret and understand drawings specifications, dimension nomenclature, tolerances including geometric tolerancing.
8. Ability to inspect and measure finished parts to ensure conformance to design specifications.
9. Must adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and integrity of machines.
10. Ability to collaborate with engineers and designers for clarity on custom jobs and to refine manufacturing processes.