Engineering Technician

Job Title:

Engineering Technician

Job Description

The Engineering Technician supports the engineering and production teams by developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC machining processes for precision-manufactured components. There are two openings: one role focuses on CNC milling using NX software, and the other focuses on CNC Swiss machining using ES‑PRIT. In both positions, you create CNC programs, coordinate production and post‑processing activities, and drive continuous improvement to ensure capable, repeatable, and cost‑effective manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

+ Collaborate with engineering to coordinate all production and post‑processing activities for CNC milling or CNC Swiss machining centers.

+ Interpret engineering prints and 3D models to create CNC programs and set up Swiss or milling machine centers to produce precision components.

+ Develop machining processes that are capable, cost‑effective, and sustainable, ensuring repeatable and reliable performance.

+ Write clear work instructions and procedures that support the machining and secondary operational processes.

+ Apply a full understanding of G‑code to create, modify, and optimize CNC programs.

+ Advocate for and implement high quality standards and LEAN principles throughout the manufacturing process.

+ Assess, interpret, and communicate technical specifications to all relevant departments to ensure alignment and compliance.

+ Identify, lead, and complete continuous improvement projects, including cycle time reduction and perishable tooling selection and cost reduction.

+ Create and coordinate engineering tests to validate processes and tooling concepts.

+ Perform quality assurance tests to verify that parts meet all specifications and regulatory requirements.

+ Assist in or lead the development of tool design and CNC programming for complex parts and fixturing.

+ Modify bills of materials (BOM) and bills of operations (BOO) within the ERP system through established change control processes.

+ Assist with costing and quoting activities related to tooling and process development.

+ Resolve daily manufacturing issues following the established LEAP structure and escalate when necessary.

+ Maintain machining and secondary operational processes, ensuring equipment, tooling, and documentation remain current and effective.

+ Support the transition to more automated machining structures by optimizing programs and processes for advanced equipment.

Essential Skills

+ 2-3 years of experience in a technical field, preferably in a precision manufacturing shop environment.

+ At least 2 years of CNC programming experience, specifically with Swiss machining and/or CNC milling.

+ Hands‑on experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably Solid Works, NX, and ES‑PRIT.

+ Proficiency in CNC programming and operation for Swiss and milling machine centers.

+ Strong understanding of G‑code and its application in CNC programming and troubleshooting.

+ Experience in the design and selection of fixturing and tooling for complex parts.

+ Work history in precision manufacturing shop work, including machining, tooling, and process optimization.

+ Demonstrated ability in engineering support, troubleshooting, and machinery maintenance within a manufacturing environment.

+ Experience creating and maintaining work instructions and process documentation.

+ Practical application of LEAN principles and Six Sigma methodologies in a production setting.

+ Experience working within an ISO‑regulated manufacturing environment.

+ Familiarity with BOM and BOO management and change control within an ERP system.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with CAD/CAM tools such as Solid Works, NX, ES‑PRIT, Mastercam, and GibbsCAM.

+ Exposure to precision manufacturing shop operations, including CNC milling machines and CNC Swiss equipment.

+ Ability to assess and improve cycle times and reduce tooling costs through data‑driven analysis.

+ Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical specifications and process changes across departments.

+ Understanding of LEAN manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement tools.

+ Six Sigma training with demonstrated application in…