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Position Information

Requisition Number S4706P Home Org Name Industrial & Systems Engineering Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title Machinist Job Class Code AD84/AD85/AD86/AD87 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes Limited Term Length 2 Years

Job Summary

Auburn University is seeking experienced machinists at all levels who are nationally certified as a machinist with additional specialties in teaching/instruction, Occupational Safety, Mechatronics and Industry 4.0/5.0/6.0 technologies. This position integrates teaching, occupational safety, mechanical design, technical drawings, manual skills, mathematics, and computer programming to produce high-quality components in limited production runs, advanced prototypes, qualified technicians and professional engineering candidates.

Essential Functions

Safety & Supervision

• Enforce OSHA machining safety standards, including SDS, LOTO, and electrical safety.
• Serve as a Safety Officer and member of the ICAMS Safety Council.
• Supervise and instruct students and junior machinists in safe shop practices.

• Teach NIMS Level 1–4 machining skills to university students and industry professionals.
• Leads workshops on CAD/CAM, metrology, reverse engineering, advanced machining and Industry 4.0/5.0
• Lead teams on industry field trips and host/lead workshops for both industry and academia.
• Work with students, faculty and industry to develop unique prototypes and limited production runs.

• Operate manual and CNC machines (milling, turning, drilling, grinding, EDM, Swiss, 5-axis milling, complex lathes with live tooling and state of the art 5 axis waterjet).
• Set up and troubleshoot CNC programs using G-code; adjust tool and part offsets. Troubleshoot equipment.
• Perform all levels of classic manual machining and metrology using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and microscopes. Perform all levels of maintenance on all the machines and equipment in the facility.

• Create and interpret detailed engineering drawings, including GD&T standards.
• Documented training in GD&T standards
• Use CAD/CAM software (Fusion 360, Solid Works, Master
  
  CAM, AutoCAD Power Mill) for design and manufacturing programs.
• Program and operate coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and 3D scanners.

• Review and correct engineering drawings for manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues across various platforms.
• Certify GD&T drawings and ensure surface finish quality using precision instruments.

• Life-Changing Impact:
  Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:
  We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:
  Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:
  The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone:
  Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

• Machinist I:
  Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining. Salary Range: $41,230-$61,850
• Sr. Machinist:
  Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining and 2 years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining. Salary Range: $43,610-$69,780
• Master Machinist:
  Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing,…