Machine Shop Coordinator

Mit Technology Licensing Office • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

MACHINE SHOP COORDINATOR, Laboratory for Nuclear Science, will develop, execute, and manage program/project plans and proposals; act as the primary resource to assist customers with designing parts, equipment and assemblies for a broad range of student, research, and faculty projects; and assist the Shop Supervisor by taking responsibility for the placement of work to be accomplished within the Central Machine Shop as well as to a network of outside vendors for specialty operations, processes, and occasional machine shop work overflow.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years as an all-around manual and CNC machinist, and with parts programming.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM part design and programming on a PC platform, preferably Solidworks and MasterCam.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact with the diverse MIT community.
• Ability to estimate duration and costs of engineering and technical jobs based on experience.
• Ability to design and model parts and assemblies from raw materials, start to finish.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities, tight deadlines, and unique program requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High level of expertise and independent judgement to ensure safety of personnel and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delegating tasks to machinists.
• Experience in understanding and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience in the design and/or assembly of scientific and/or industrial instruments and machinery.
• Familiarity with basic electronics.
• Knowledge of complex part fabrication, including machining, welding, brazing, and various metal finishing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and manage program/project plans and proposals.
• Assist customers with designing parts, equipment, and assemblies for various projects.
• Take responsibility for the placement of work within the Central Machine Shop.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for specialty operations and machine shop work overflow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level