US - Sr Engineering Technician

Description:

Must be US Citizen

These are the main skills/competencies required:

• Proven experience as a machinist or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment. Strong competency with mills, lathes, and other machine shop equipment; both manual and CNC
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tools, and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Experience inspecting machined parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instrumentation to ensure compliance with specifications.

Studies and records time, motion, methods, and speed to improve efficiency and establish a standard production rate in performance of maintenance, production, clerical, and other worker operations. Requires a high school degree or its equivalent with 4-6 years of experience in the field. Familiar with a variety of the field''s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May direct and lead the work of others. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Manual & CNC Machining

• Set up and operate manual lathes, mills, and related machine‑shop equipment.
• Independently set up, program, and run CNC machines, including creating toolpaths, selecting tooling, and validating machining strategies.
• Create, modify, and maintain fixturing required for machining complex prototype and development components.

Programming & Technical Execution

• Generate CNC programs and machining instructions using CAD/CAM inputs (drawings, sketches, models, or conceptual ideas).
• Troubleshoot machining operations and adjust speeds, feeds, tooling, and workholding as needed for quality, accuracy, and safety.

Quality & Documentation

• Inspect machined parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision instrumentation to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Document work performed, maintain machining notes, and communicate changes or challenges to engineering partners.
• Follow all shop safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.

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