About this role
Job Description:
Duties and Responsibilities
• The primary role of this position is to create prototype components using the latest software and machining methodology, in support of new product development. • Work directly from CAD Models, sketches and verbal instructions to produce accurate prototype power tool components in a variety of materials. • Program and post to a variety of CNC equipment using CAD/CAM software for a variety of complex models, dies, plastic injection molds, hydraulic components and gears. • Recommend design changes or modifications, select allowances and materials, proceed from own concept in the absence of design and specifications as needed. • Use a variety of precision measuring devices to layout and inspect work. • This position requires a highly skilled / motivated individual who will be required to frequently communication with our New Product Development Team and maintain schedules in conjunction with safety and quality.
Education and Experience Requirements
• Requires a high school education or equivalent supplemented by an apprenticeship program and • 5-8 years of applied experience in related fields. Apprenticeship requirement can be offset by work experience. • A thorough understanding of commonly used machining principles, i.e. Datum planes, tab machining, dimensional accuracy and materials. • Programming and operational knowledge in one or more of the following machines; • Hermle Five Axis Mill, Haas / Fadal / Mazak Vertical Machining Center, Mazak Multi-Tasking Integrex/ Nexus CNC Turning, Mitsubishi EDM, Sodick Sinker / EDM Wire, Koepfer Gear Hob, Knee Mills, ID / OD Grinders SLA & SLA Additive Manufacturing Equipment. • Proficiency in Cad / Cam software is essential to perform assigned responsibilities. CAD proficiency in one or more of the following; Solid Works, NX Unigraphics, CAM programming proficiency in Power Mill Virtual Gibbs, NX Unigraphics, Master Cam or SurfCam software required.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.