Machining Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Machining Engineer to design, optimize, and support machining processes for high-precision manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in cam-operated screw machines, CNC operations, grinding processes, and tooling layout design.

• What You’ll Do :
• You will provide technical support when determining capital equipment needs for the area.
• Provide current technical information and data on manufacturing techniques that will enhance product line efficiencies.
• Design and optimize tool layouts for machining processes and support advanced CNC and grinding operations.
• Develop and maintain timely and accurate process documents and work instructions.
• Demonstrate and teach problem-solving skills including Autocam Production System (APS).
• Using corporate software systems (MFGPro), create and update the required cost standards.
• Accurately quote new parts and update current customer part quotes.
• Design manufacturing processes and tools for current parts and new project start-up.
• Design and develop tool layouts for machining processes to maximize efficiency and quality.
• Operate and set up CNC lathes, screw machines, and centerless grinders (including infeed centerless grinders).
• Perform precision grinding operations, including between-centers grinding and other advanced techniques.
• Facilitate continuous improvement meetings and create / update continuous improvement plans for an assigned area.
• Procure and expedite tools, parts, and other materials required to make project start-up successful using the Project Launch Guides.
• Lead APQP team using the Project Launch Guide.
• Create clear and concise technical sketches.
• Interpret and understand technical drawing standards and GD&T.
• Train all operators in machine operations, document interpretation, SPC, and process improvement activities.
• Understand and follow the Quality Management System (QMS) and Environmental Management System (EMS).

Required Qualifications :