CNC Programming Machinist Engineer

Job Summary
The CNC Programming Machinist Engineer role here at Laguna is expected to have a comprehensive understanding of all CNC machining and programming operations. This role is tasked with working in close concert with machinist, leads, engineering teams, and machining operations management to increase productivity and optimize machining programs and procedures. Machine operation, tool and material ordering are all part of this job as well, with a primary focus on programming.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Use of NX or MasterCam CAD/CAM/CAE program to program CNC parts.
• Vericut NC files as well as maintain revision control on programs and setup sheets.
• Knowledgeable of cutting tools and adjusting speed and feeding parameters for maximum tool life.
• Makes or offers suggestions on drawing changes to improve manufacturability.
• Constantly keeps products moving and alert management when production is inhibited.
• Provides consistent ideas for process improvements.
• Mentors motivated machinists with programming knowledge.
• Machining parts occasionally assist the shop floor when machining is backlogged.
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering preferred or equivalent. Combination of education and experience.
• Prior CNC experience (Operation or maintenance).
• Mechanical and Electrical aptitude a MUST. Ability to read schematics.
• Preferred prior knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) /computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software.
• 2D/3D CAD
• Toolpathing.
• PC literate with strong Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and file compression skills.
• Excellent understanding of basic electricity and electronics.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of personalities to effectively respond to and resolve technical situations.

Language Requirements

• FANUC Ladder III PMC Programming
• FANUC TPP Robotics Programming
• FANUC Picture
• mRuby (Fanuc Picture)
• G-Code (Marco Programming)
• JavaScript/Node (Internal Tooling)
• C (Fanuc FOCAS)
• Basic (Printer/Prelabler)
• TCP/IP Network Protocols

Work Environment

This job is operated in a professional office and warehouse environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines. While working in the warehouse, there will be exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. There will be occasional exposure to loud noises in the warehouse.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching will be required.