Position Purpose:

Under moderate supervision, perform duties related to numerical control (NC) programming, including machining methods, tooling concepts, and programs for NC milling machines and lathes.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Conduct a thorough analysis of engineering drawings, tool design drawings, and/or electronic models, to determine the optimal machining methods, selection of machine tool, and material cut size.
• Interact with planners, tool designers, engineering, and customers as required, to finalize plan.
• Develop cutter motion logic per operation sequence, selecting proper spindle speeds and feed rates.
• Perform a thorough check on all aspects of the program and verify cutter paths through the utilization of Vericut.
• Develop operators set-up sheets for numerical control machines.
• Produce Catia 2-D tool drawings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related curriculum required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Other Requirements:

• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Familiarity with various machining methods, technical writing, and computer use.
• Must possess good drafting, math, and geometry skills.
• Must have basic knowledge of Catia.