Manufacturing Engineer
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Industry: Defense Manufacturing
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop CNC programs using CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) software based on engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications. This will include long hand programing to compile main and sub-programs.
- Apply proper machining strategies, toolpaths, cutting parameters, and tooling to optimize machining processes and achieve desired outcomes.
- Utilize knowledge of CNC machining techniques, including milling, turning, drilling, and grinding, to generate efficient and reliable programs for complex geometry and tight tolerances.
- Tooling and Work holding Design:
- Design tooling, fixtures, and work holding solutions to help CNC machining operations, ensuring proper tool access, stability, and alignment.
- Select cutting tools, inserts, and tool holders based on material properties, machining requirements, and tool life considerations, with a focus on their impact on quality and manufacturing costs.
- Analyze and optimize machining processes to improve cycle times, reduce scrap rates, and increase throughput.
- Conduct time studies, tool life analyses, and process simulations to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- Implement Lean manufacturing principles and best practices to cut waste, streamline workflows, and enhance productivity in CNC machining operations.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures, inspection plans, and in-process checks to ensure that machined components meet specified tolerances and quality standards.
- Collaborate with quality assurance personnel to address non-conformances, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement in product quality.
- Perform dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools, such as micrometers, calipers, and CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines), to verify part dimensions and geometric tolerances.
- Create and support documentation, including CNC programs, setup instructions, tooling lists, and process documentation, to ensure repeatability and consistency in machining operations.
- Provide training and technical support to CNC machinists and operators on program setup, operation, and troubleshooting
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of experience in CNC programming roles, with ability in CAM software (e.g., HSMWorks, Mastercam, Gibbs CAM, Edge CAM).
- Strong understanding of CNC machining principles, including G-code programming, toolpath generation, and machining parameters optimization.
- Operate a variety of CNC machine control types and to expect machine movement when proving out new programs.
- Knowledge of machining processes and materials, including metal cutting, tooling choice, and workpiece fixturing.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM integration, CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor), and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
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