Process Engineer
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Designs and writes numerical control programs for 3 4 and 5-axis mills lathes and Swiss lathe machines and processes that allow PAC to exceed customer expectations for quality and on-time delivery. These programs control contour-path machining of metal and non-metal parts on automatic machine tools: Analyzes drawings sketches and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration of cuts selection of cutting tools and machine speeds and feed rates according to knowledge of machine shop processes part specifications and machine capabilities. Determines reference points and direction of machine cutting paths. Computes angular and linear dimensions radii and curvatures and outlines sequence of operations required to machine part. Prepares geometric layout using CAD-CAM drafting software to show location of reference points and direction of cutting paths. Writes instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide setup and operation of the machine. Writes programs of machine instructions in symbolic language to encode numerical control and sends these instructions to a database to regulate movement of machine along cutting paths. Compares computer command results with original program intent to assure accuracy of machine instructions. Revises programs to eliminate instruction errors or omissions. Observes operation of machine on trial run to prove programmed instructions.
Essential duties:
- Write develop validate and debug numerical control programs and provide the supporting documentation for 3 4 and 5-axis CNC Mills and Lathes
- Collaborate with all stakeholders supervisors engineers and CNC machinists to meet customer/shop floor needs
- Support development and improvement of machining and effective programming
- Implement programming best practices and aspire to support common systems and platforms
- Implement support and provide continuous improvement of lean and agile material removal through effective programming and up-to-date tooling specifications. Know what the machines can do
- Understand safety and ergonomic requirements
- Design tooling for new and existing process
- Create modify and improve tooling models work holders and op drawings using CAD software (CAMWorks and/or NX)
- Prepare manufacturing plans and routings to support component requirements
- Assist in process development for existing and developmental components
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving related problems in the manufacturing process
- This is a full-time position that operates in an office but requires significant shop floor interaction observation and activity
Qualifications :
- Associate degree in a manufacturing technology or a combination of professional and technical training and experience
- Track record of success as an advanced level CNC Machinist
- Strong working knowledge of machine tool fixture work-holding and die design
- High level of analytical skills problem solving ability and computer literacy
- Five to ten years successful prior experience related to essential duties described above
- Specific knowledge of the following: PartMaker Swiss Programming software CAD/CAM Software (CAMWorks NX)
- Specific knowledge of multi-axis machining blueprint reading GD&T setup tooling and fixture techniques
- Strong interpersonal collaboration and both verbal and written communication skills
This position will require setup and operation of all types of machines potentially on a daily basis.
Additional Information :
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
- The company requires access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens or to other unauthorized individuals.
- Must be a United States Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
AAP/EEO Statement
- Precision Aerospace Corp provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race color creed religion gender age sexual orientation national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state federal or local law.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Distributed Control Systems
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Minitab
- Root cause Analysis
- Process Engineering
- cGMP
- Kaizen
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Manufacturing
About Company
Aerospace is Soaring and So Are We!Our customers are high tech leaders in commercial and defense aerospace. Because of advancements in technology leading to significant fuel savings, the aerospace industry is positioned for unprecedented growth. We utilize leading edge technology and ... View more
