Prototype Machinist - 083QE

Quartus Engineering•San Diego, CA

1d•$28 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions. As a Prototype Machinist, you will work with engineers to optimize the manufacturability of unique custom prototypes. You will be responsible for not only operating the machine shop equipment but also ensure the shop area is organized, clean and safe to operate.

Requirements

5-10 years of machine shop and manual machinist experience (CNC experience a plus)
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience doing custom development work in machine shop
Ability to work well with engineers to create prototype parts and modify existing parts
Must be able to manage supporting multiple projects and diverse tasks
Ability to prioritize, strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills and outstanding follow-though
Ability to stand continuously
Ability to bend, squat, and lift frequently
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Nice To Haves

8+ years of experience of machine shop and CNC experience
Good understanding of GD&T and reading drawings
Experience with Solidworks
Experience with HSMWorks or other CAM Software
Experience programming and operating Prototrak mills and lathes

Responsibilities

Create and modify custom/unique parts for optical, mechanical and electrical equipment.
Develop custom tooling and fixtures
Setup, run and maintain a 3 axis CNC mill, lathe, manual mill, drill press, grinder and other cutting machines.
Communicate technical issues
Occasionally review drawings and give feedback for manufacturing capability and tooling
Inspect your own work for defects and ensure parts meet specifications