Senior Technologist - Research&Development, Wilmington

Machinist

Position Requirements: Prior experience and sound working knowledge of modern machining processes as well as conventional machining tools. Experience programming CNC machines, inputting the design specifications and ensuring the machine performs as required. Experience planning and creating holding fixtures, selecting cutting tools and securing materials onto shop machines.Experience adjusting machine settings to optimize part quality. Working knowledge of current CAD/CAM software packages and file types. Ability to interpret and understand drawings specifications, dimension nomenclature, tolerances including geometric tolerancing. Ability to inspect and measure finished parts to ensure conformance to design specifications.Must adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and integrity of machines. Ability to collaborate with engineers and designers for clarity on custom jobs and to refine manufacturing processes. Ability to lift objects up to 25lbs occasionally and up to 50lbs infrequently.Primary Job Duties: Provide parts manufacturing leadership, experience and knowledge required to fabricate specified prototype machine parts. Emphasis of this position is the ability to leverage knowledge and experience to setup machine operations, program tool paths, interpret models and understand specified design intent. Working as part of a team with a focus on customer satisfaction is an important expectation of this role.