Machinist
Core
Sets up, operates, and adjusts conventional or automatic machines (lathes, drill presses, grinders) to create replacement and new parts, make repairs to metal parts, and build experimental apparatus or prototype equipment.
Role type
Machinist
Builds
Replacement parts, new metal parts, repaired equipment, experimental apparatus, and prototype equipment
Domain
Manufacturing / Metalworking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
Precision machining operations, blueprint and drawing interpretation, dimensional calculation and tolerance analysis, machine tool maintenance, metal properties knowledge, mathematics application, fixture and tooling design, hydraulic/electrical system installation, sheet metal and Lexan fabrication
Preferred skills
CAD and/or CAM software proficiency, use of specific mills (Acer, Proto Track), working sketches preparation
Technologies
Lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders, micrometers, Vernier calipers, CAD, CAM, Acer mills, Proto Track mills
Responsibilities
Machine parts to specifications using machine tools; measure and test completed units for defects; monitor machine feed and speed; study blueprints to determine operation sequences; design fixtures and tooling; test experimental models under simulated conditions; install repaired parts and new equipment.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC