Education / Experience :
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Eighteen (18) months of machining, planning, tool design, or related manufacturing experience.
Position Purpose :
Under general supervision, perform activities related to numerical control (NC) programming, including machining methods, tooling concepts, and programs for NC milling machines and lathes.
Essential Functions :
- Conduct a thorough analysis of engineering drawings, tool design drawings, and / or electronic models, to determine the optimal machining methods, selection of machine tool, and material cut size. .
- Interact with planners, tool designers, engineering, and customers as required, to finalize plan. .
- Develop cutter motion logic per operation sequence, selecting proper spindle speeds and feed rates. .
- Perform a thorough check on all aspects of the program and verify cutter paths through the utilization of Vericut. .
- Develop operator set-up sheets for numerical control machines. .
- Develop flat pattern mylars and templates as required. .
- Produce 2-D Catia tool drawings as required. .
Additional Functions :
- May represent department in contacts with other departments, and may be required to coordinate efforts with vendors or customers. .
- Assist in formulating Numerical Control policies, procedures, and specifications as required. .
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements :
- Good verbal and written communication skills required..
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints..
- Familiarity with various machining methods, technical writing, and computer use..
- Must possess good drafting, math, and geometry skills..
- Must be proficient with Catia modeling, drafting, and Catia NC Mill function..
6 days ago