Our client is seeking a highly skilled Engineering Aide to support the daily operations of their plating facility. The role involves working closely with the CAD / CAM engineering lead to ensure smooth and efficient operations across various tasks related to design, tooling, and plating processes. This is a direct placement opportunity.
- Support daily CAD / CAM operations, including tooling, script development, and process management for vertical integration.
- Read and interpret design files (e.g., .dxf, Gerber) using industry-standard software.
- Coordinate and create daily CAD / CAM packages for internal production facilities.
- Develop and tool files for Mechanical Processes, including soldermask and laser stencils.
- Lead the implementation of automated optical inspection scripts, addressing nuances between equipment and Vicor's applications.
- Work with engineering to establish design rules for the 3DI plating facility, ensuring communication of these rules for process capability.
- Learn and become proficient in using INCAM to generate production plating images, including :
Layer scaling for etch compensation.
Fixture multi-up imaging.Plating surface area calculations.Tooling images for tenting.Design for manufacturability (DFM) to check for rule violations.Create production travelers and process routings for specific parts, addressing location-specific requirements.Support hardware and file systems used in imaging, inspection, solder mask printing, and stencil cutting.Lead the installation of new Schmoll imaging machines.Provide troubleshooting and maintenance support for CAD / CAM files and associated hardware systems.Perform first-article validation and debug machine issues as necessary.Establish new part-specific parameters for NPI technology.Assist in creating part-specific documentation, including line width and space measurements and process notes.Support CAD engineers in change order / revision controls and front-end modification documentation.Contribute to the production process and continuous improvement efforts.Qualifications :
Experience : 5-7 years of CAD / CAM experience in a manufacturing or plating environment.Education : Associate's Degree or Technical Certification preferred.Skills and Experience :Expertise in Circuit CAD Layout and soldermask file creation.
Experience with optical inspection file generation and routing / traveler creation.Strong interpretation skills for production drawings.Experience qualifying new process equipment and generating equipment specifications.Capable of leading equipment qualification and buy-off processes.Experience in process yield improvement and monitoring performance.Ability to train and lead operators.Proficiency in debugging hardware and software for new manufacturing processes.Strong skills in problem-solving, statistics, and manufacturing quality principles.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Willingness to travel to off-site locations, including international equipment manufacturers.Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as needed.Flexibility to work second shift or weekends when necessary for training or equipment maintenance.Compensation :
Pay Rate : $58,000 to $95,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.Benefits :
Health & dental insuranceMatching 401kEmployee stock purchase planFour weeks paid time off for all employees, plus 10 paid holidaysTuition reimbursement & college savings planReimbursement for health club membershipBy applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from HEPCO, Inc and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https : / / www.hepcoinc.com / privacy /
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Salary : $58,000 - $95,000
