Engineering Technician 5

Silfex•Springfield, OH

About The Position

The Engineering Technician supports, stabilizes, and optimizes CNC machining and automation-enabled manufacturing processes for silicon and other brittle materials. The role is a technical expert in CNC machining execution, equipment and automation performance, and process control, helping ensure safe, capable, and repeatable operations that meet dimensional, cosmetic, and throughput requirements. It emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, CNC machine and automation system support, process optimization, and sustained manufacturing performance rather than primary program development. The technician serves as a resource for CNC machining and associated automation systems within assigned value streams, supports manufacturing and process engineers, and leads problem-solving efforts related to defects, downtime, automation faults, scrap, and yield losses. The role also supports setup and operation of CNC machining centers, grinders, and auxiliary automated equipment; shop-floor execution; commissioning and recovery; process documentation and standardization; and collaboration across maintenance, manufacturing, controls, and engineering teams. The position requires a hands-on presence in a fast-paced, high-mix, automation-enabled production environment. The employee is expected to follow safety and PPE requirements, communicate respectfully and effectively, support lean manufacturing and 5S, and contribute to continuous improvement. Silfex describes itself as an inclusive and diverse workplace and an equal opportunity employer. It offers a comprehensive benefits package beginning on the first day of employment.

Requirements

Associate degree or high school diploma.
At least 6 years of progressive CNC experience in a production environment.
Strong understanding of CNC machining operations, automation-enabled equipment, and shop-floor manufacturing practices.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting CNC machines, tooling, fixturing, probing systems, and automation-related issues.
Working knowledge of CNC programming concepts, including G/M-code, macros, and CAM-generated programs, for troubleshooting and optimization.
Familiarity with manufacturing automation concepts, including sensors, interlocks, HMIs, equipment integration, and basic control-logic interaction.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
Working knowledge of SPC, process capability analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Comprehensive understanding of shop operations, automated workflows, and end-to-end manufacturing processes.
Self-driven, accountable, hands-on problem solver with strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to support manufacturing operations in a fast-paced, high-mix, automation-enabled production environment.
Follow company safety policies and PPE requirements.
Physical ability to regularly stand and handle or feel objects; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear; and regularly lift up to 10 pounds.
Vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles frequently; occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with silicon, glass, ceramics, or other brittle materials.

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for CNC machining and associated automation systems within assigned value streams.
Support manufacturing and process engineers by troubleshooting machining and automation-related issues and stabilizing existing CNC processes.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for machining defects, equipment downtime, automation faults, scrap, and yield losses.
Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve tooling, probing, fixturing, automation interface, and equipment-related issues.
Support development, review, and maintenance of FMEAs, control plans, standard work, and automation-related safeguards for CNC operations.
Set up and operate CNC machining centers, grinders, and auxiliary automated equipment as required.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CNC machines, automation systems, programs, tooling, fixtures, probing systems, and consumables.
Provide hands-on setup assistance, process verification, automation recovery, and operator support on the shop floor.
Assist with commissioning, recovery, and sustained operation of CNC machining centers, grinders, and associated automation systems.
Support process standardization, documentation, and revision control to ensure consistency across shifts and equipment.
Partner with maintenance, manufacturing, controls, and engineering teams to address recurring equipment, automation, and process performance issues.
Model and follow company safety policies, report incidents or unsafe conditions, and wear required PPE.
Communicate effectively and respectfully to support teamwork and collaboration.
Assist with lean manufacturing and 5S, maintain work-area organization and cleanliness, and contribute to continuous improvement.