5+ years of mechanical design and machine shop experience
Experience with ceramic machining processes, including wire EDM, diamond grinding, and CNC milling
Proficient in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and setups
Expert in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, or similar software programs
Responsibilities
Develop in-house machining capabilities to deliver high-quality precision parts
Design and machine production tooling, fixturing, and finished part prototypes
Analyze customer part drawings for design for manufacturability (DFM)
Review quality concerns from inspections and develop effective solutions
Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment
Lead cost optimization and reduction initiatives in machining processes
Collaborate with external machine shops to manage capacity and scheduling issues
Benefits
Opportunity to work at the forefront of nuclear technology
Engagement in critical projects for nuclear reactors
Involvement in both design and production phases
Chance to develop novel solutions and improve methodologies
On-site work environment fostering collaboration
Full Job Description
Position Title: Mechanical and Machining Engineer (Confidential Client) Location: Knoxville, TN | On-site Employment Type: Permanent Compensation
Salary: $111,000 - $130,000
Position Summary
Note from Client - There will be a lot of people that will have experience in machining but we are looking for specifically people that have experience in ceramics.
You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the forefront of nuclear technology. You will work on components that serve a critical function in nuclear reactors already in commercial operation, and also currently being designed, built, and tested. You will provide input into the design and development of new products and take a lead role in production and prototype tooling and finish machining. Primary Functions
Develop machining capability in-house and deliver high-quality precision parts to our Quality department
Design and machine production tooling/fixturing and finished part prototypes.
Analyze customer part drawings for DFM to ensure that the parts are optimized for manufacturing
Review quality concerns from piece part inspections and develop solutions
Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated
Responsible for cost optimization and cost reduction initiatives associated with machining processes
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing and machining methodologies and techniques
Collaborate with external machine shop facilities to address capacity and scheduling issues as necessary
Must-Haves
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
5+ years of mechanical design and machine shop experience
Ceramic machining processes, including wire edm, diamond grinding, and CNC milling
Well versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and set ups
Expert in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, and/or similar software programs
Preferred Qualifications
Experience setting up and operating state-of-the art machining equipment
Experience operating CNCs, conventional lathe and mill machines, and other machine shop equipment used to manufacture high-precision parts
Demonstrated proficiency in CNC programming
Well versed in GD&T and inspection procedures
Experienced with a variety of precision conventional and advance metrology systems (CMMs, 3D imaging)
