CNC Grinding Process Development Specialist

AAM • Detroit, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a CNC Grinding Development Specialist, that will lead the development, optimization, and implementation of internal diameter (ID) and outside diameter (OD) & surface grinding processes for precision components. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with grinding equipment, wheel selection, workholding, process parameters, coolant management, dressing technologies, and CNC grinding processes. As part of the Process Development/ Prototype Machining Group within the Driveline organization of Dauch. This will be based out of our Advanced Technology Development Center in Detroit, Michigan. Join our rapidly growing team of Process Development Specialists.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience in precision ID/OD grinding.
• Strong knowledge of CNC grinding equipment and grinding process development.
• Experience with grinding wheels, abrasives, dressing technologies, and coolant systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of dimensional tolerances and surface-finish requirements.
• Experience troubleshooting grinding defects and process variation.
• Ability to use precision measurement equipment such as micrometers, air gauges, bore gauges, profilometers, and roundness/form measurement equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering, quality, and production teams.

Nice To Haves

• Studer CNC Grind experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize ID and OD grinding processes for new and existing products.
• Select appropriate grinding wheels, abrasives, dressing systems, coolants, and workholding methods.
• Develop CNC grinding programs and optimize existing programs for quality and productivity.
• Conduct process trials, capability studies, and run-at-rate evaluations.
• Establish grinding parameters including: Wheel speed, Work speed, Infeed rates, Plunge and traverse cycles, Spark-out, Dressing frequency and parameters, Coolant flow and concentration.
• Troubleshoot grinding issues such as: Taper, Out-of-roundness, Chatter, Burning, Poor surface finish, Wheel loading, Dimensional instability, Excessive wheel wear.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed