Machinist Welder - Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description

• Interpret 3D models and engineering drawings to plan setups, program CAM, design fixturing, and run inspection workflows.
• Operate a variety of CNC machines (3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis mills; live-tool lathes; waterjets; and laser cutters) while maintaining tolerances down to ±0.0005 in (±13 µm).
• Develop innovative work-holding and tooling solutions for prototyping.
• Generate efficient CAM programs, manage tool libraries, and maintain CAM templates.
• Perform in-process and final inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM.
• Optimize feeds and speeds and drive continuous improvements in shop processes.
• Perform TIG and MIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel, and steel, including welds for high-vacuum and hermetic seals.
• Interpret drawings with welding symbols and build directly from 3D models or prints.
• Fabricate precision weldments, ensuring alignment, squareness, and cosmetic quality.
• Maintain welding equipment, prepare materials (cutting, grinding, cleaning), and ensure proper fit-up and penetration.
• Collaborate with engineers and machinists to provide design-for-manufacturing feedback on machined and welded parts / assemblies.
• Support fabrication of tooling, fixturing, and other structures for R&D hardware.
• Document setups, offsets, inspection results, and lessons learned to strengthen tribal knowledge.
• Uphold safety protocols, PPE usage, and compliance with company standards.
• Contribute to shop cleanliness, organization, and equipment readiness.
• Proactively manage assigned projects to deliver results on schedule.

Top Skills' Details

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $118000.00 / yr.

🏥 Health & Wellness : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

🏖️ Time Off : Generous vacation policy and paid holidays

💼 Financial & Retirement : 401(k) retirement plan options

🍼 Family Support : Parental leave and family-friendly policies

🍽️ Office Perks : Free meals and snacks at the office

🚗 Commuter Benefits : Assistance with commuting expenses

📈 Equity : Stock options or equity grants as part of compensation

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.