Manufacturing Engineer - swiss lathe, process, CNC programming

Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: October 28, 2024

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer – swiss lathe, process, CNC programming

A long time corporation continues to grow, hire and remain one of the top companies in their market. Over the years, they have built a world class team of technical professionals. The company has a long track record of employee development and advancement. Our client has the latest state of the art machining equipment. This corporation offers low cost health insurance, 401K with company match, incentives, generous paid time off and many other good benefits. They provide innovation and engineering solutions to their valued customers.

We are searching for highly skilled candidates with swiss CNC lathe experience to join their engineering group. The Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Technician / Swiss CNC Programmer will work from design prints or solid models to review dimensions. The position involves selecting the proper swiss lathe, collets, guide bushings, tool holders and cutting tools. The Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Technician / Swiss CNC Programmer also will calculate cycle times and may conduct a capability of time study. Knowledge of CNC programming is required. Our client will consider both manual CNC programming or using CAM software to generate code. Experience using Esprit, Partmaker or other brands of CAM software is preferred. The Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Technician / Swiss CNC Programmer will develop the most efficient process and CNC code. Previous experience developing macro programs is a plus. Good computer skills and the ability to document work instructions and processes is needed. Candidates should have a good understanding of feeds, speeds, shop math and cutting tool applications. The Manufacturing Engineer / Engineering Technician / Swiss CNC Programmer will need good troubleshooting skills, previous set up experience and the ability to support processes. Knowledge of Citizen Swiss CNC lathes / CNC screw machines is a plus but not required. Our client will consider experience on Star, Tsugami, Hanwha, Nomura, Tornos Deco and/or other brands of swiss CNC lathes.

MUST HAVE: a minimum of 5 years of experience processing and programming swiss CNC lathes. Previous set up and troubleshooting skills are needed. Direct experience on Marubeni Citizen Cincom CNC Swiss lathes is preferred. Other brands of swiss lathes will also be considered. Candidates with CAD/CAM software are preferred, but not required. Knowledge of Esprit or Partmaker is a plus. Our client does provide cam software training. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work from a print or solid model, calculate cycle times, process, program, develop the tooling package, create set up sheets, and other set up or assist in difficult set ups.

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