• Machinist

    Auburn University (Auburn, AL)


    Position Details

    Position Information

    Requisition Number

    S4706P

    Home Org Name

     

    Industrial & Systems Engineering

     

    Division Name

     

    Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering

    Position Title

    Machinist

     

    Job Class Code

    AD84/AD85/AD86/AD87

    Appointment Status

     

    Full-time

     

    Part-time FTE

     

    Limited Term

     

    Yes

    Limited Term Length

    2 Years

    Job Summary

    Auburn University is seeking experienced machinists at all levels who are nationally certified as a machinist with additional specialties in teaching/instruction, Occupational Safety, Mechatronics and Industry 4.0/5.0/6.0 technologies. This position integrates teaching, occupational safety, mechanical design, technical drawings, manual skills, mathematics, and computer programming to produce high-quality components in limited production runs, advanced prototypes, qualified technicians and professional engineering candidates.

    Essential Functions

    Safety & Supervision

    + EnforceOSHA machining safety standards, includingSDS ,LOTO , and electrical safety.

    + Serve as a Safety Officer and member of theICAMS Safety Council.

    + Supervise and instruct students and junior machinists in safe shop practices.

    Instruction & Leadership

    + TeachNIMS Level 1–4 machining skills to university students and industry professionals.

    + Leads workshops onCAD /CAM , metrology, reverse engineering, advanced machining and Industry 4.0/5.0

    + Lead teams on industry field trips and host/lead workshops for both industry and academia.

    + Work with students, faculty and industry to develop unique prototypes and limited production runs.

    Machining & Fabrication

    + Operate manual andCNC machines (milling, turning, drilling, grinding,EDM , Swiss, 5-axis milling, complex lathes with live tooling and state of the art 5 axis waterjet).

    + Set up and troubleshootCNC programs using G-code; adjust tool and part offsets. Troubleshoot equipment.

    + Perform all levels of classic manual machining and metrology using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and microscopes. Perform all levels of maintenance on all the machines and equipment in the facility.

    Design & Programming

    + Create and interpret detailed engineering drawings, including GD&T standards.

    + Documented training in GD&T standards

    + UseCAD /CAM software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, MasterCAM, AutoCAD PowerMill) for design and manufacturing programs.

    + Program and operate coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and 3D scanners.

    Quality & Troubleshooting

    + Review and correct engineering drawings for manufacturability.

    + Troubleshoot machining and programming issues across various platforms.

    + Certify GD&T drawings and ensure surface finish quality using precision instruments.

     

    Why Work at Auburn?

     

    + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

    + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

    + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

    + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

    + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

     

    Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications

    Candidates will be assigned job levels based on qualifications.

     

    + **Machinist I:** Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $41,230-$61,850

    + **Sr. Machinist:** Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining and 2 years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $43,610-$69,780

    + **Master Machinist:** Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining and 4 years of experience Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $51,970-$88,350

    + **Lead Machinist:** Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining and 6 years of Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control (CNC ) Machining experience. Salary Range: $63,420-$114,160

     

    Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

    Minimum Skills and Abilities

    + Excellent demonstrated proficiency in manual andCNC machining.

    + Experience withCAD /CAM software and metrology tools.

    + Strong understanding of safety regulations and instructional capabilities.

    + Experienced, documented instructor preferred

    + Ability to lead, teach, and collaborate in a dynamic academic-industrial environment.

     

    Minimum Technology Skills

     

    Minimum License and Certifications

     

    Machinist I

    Required within a year of employment:

    + NIMS Certification in Milling 1

    + NIMS Certification in Turning 1

     

    Sr. Machinist

    Required at hire:

    + NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2

    + NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2

    + Qualified asCNC 5 axis Operator-Required

    + Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator

    Master Machinist

    + NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2

    + NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2

    + Qualified asCNC 5 axis Operator

    + Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator

     

    _Entry into this level requires an employee to pass the Auburn UniversityCNC 5 Axis Specialist and the Conversational Grinding Machine Operator examination._

     

    Lead Machinist

    Required at hire:

    + NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2

    + NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2

    + Qualified asCNC 5 axis Operator

    + Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator

    + GD&T Technologist Level Exam

    Desired Qualifications

    Desired Qualifications

    Preference will be shown to candidates with the following certifications:

    NIMS Certification in Diemaking I

     

    NIMS Certification in Moldmaking Level I

     

    NIMS I 4.0 Smart Maintenance Specialist

     

    NIMS I 4.0 Smart Production Specialist

     

    NIMS Certification in Diemaking Level II

    NIMS Certification in Moldmaking Level II

    I 4.0 Smart Systems Integration Specialist

    I 4.0 Smart Process Specialist

     

    Basic Swiss Machine Operator

     

    NIMS Certification in Diemaking LevelIII

     

    NIMS Certification in Moldmaking LevelIII

     

    GD&T Senior Level Exam

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Salary Range

     

    $41,230 - $114,160

     

    Job Category

     

    Facilities/Skills Trades

     

    Working Hours if Non-Traditional

    City position is located in:

    Auburn

    State position is located:

    Alabama

     

    List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

     

    Posting Date

     

    08/26/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

     

    It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

     

    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Quick Link for Internal Postings

     

    https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55621

     

    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    1. Resume

    Optional Documents

    1. Cover Letter