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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming

Bill Rate: Up to ***/hour

Work Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 7 am to 3:30 pm

• Overtime possible

• Immediate onsite start

Job Overview:

We are seeking a CNC Machining Programmer with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and a stable work history. This role involves developing CNC machining programs, supporting new CNC equipment projects, and innovating processes to enhance cost reduction, quality, and safety.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop CNC machining programs using CAM Software for both new and existing parts.

• Support the introduction of new CNC equipment, from planning through production.

• Develop complex NC machining processes.

• Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering to resolve issues.

• Troubleshoot daily issues to support order fulfillment.

• Innovate and implement improvement processes in cost, quality, and safety.

• Test new processes and technologies effectively.

• Understand manufacturing tooling principles, tool design, and quality.

• Interpret product modeling, GD&T, and print interpretation.

• Maintain documentation for perishable tooling.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency in 3D CAD and CAM software, including FeatureCAM, EDGECAM, or equivalents.

• Competency in NC Programming.

• Experience with lathes and machining centers for steel or iron machining.

• In-depth knowledge of tooling systems.

• Strong computer and office software skills.

• Experience with in-process gauging.

• Multi-axis machining expertise.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication skills.

• High attention to detail.

• Strong motivation and initiative.

• Background in robotics/automation.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent work experience.

Additional Information:

• Business casual dress code—metatarsals required from day one.

• Possibility of travel to other Waterloo facilities for training.

• Potential to drive a Gator after training completion.

• Interviews conducted via MS Teams, with onsite interviews possible.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Description:

Major PurposePlans, coordinates, and performs manufacturing engineering work for a project or process. Operates in a team environment within either the enterprise product delivery process or the enterprise order fulfillment process. At this level, projects are of moderate scope and responsibility or may be a significant portion of a major and diverse project or process; decisions are made within established guidelines and may be reviewed by supervisors and/or managers. May assign, coordinate and review portions of the work for support personnel, contractors and suppliers.Major Duties? Contribute to the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems to deliver the end product within specified cost and quality parameters.? Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.? Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.? Carry out inspections under the supervision of senior colleagues to evaluate the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and make recommendations to senior colleagues on the remedial works needed to ensure conformance with specifications and regulatory requirements.? Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.? Identify shortcomings in existing processes, systems, and procedures, and use established change management programs to address them.? Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.? Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.? Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.? Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.Skills, Abilities, Knowledge? Engineering Technology ? Engineering Design ? Engineering Development ? Business Requirements Analysis ? Engineering Specification ? Engineering Testing ? Project Schedule Management ? Engineering Build ? Engineering Implementation ? Engineering Technical Operations Support ? Health and Safety ? Negotiation ? Policy and Regulation ? Review and Reporting ? Risk Management ? Contract Management ? Costing and Budgeting Education? Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level