CNC Controls Engineer

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Universal Controller Interface – Develop a universal controller interface for CNC machines to streamline operations and ensure interoperability across diverse machining platforms.
• Inspection and Process Control – Utilize spindle probing to revolutionize inspection and process control, enhancing precision and efficiency.
• Integrated Feedback Loop – Innovate an integrated CMM<>CNC feedback loop, bridging the gap between measurement and control in machining processes.
• Operator Enablement - Develop systems that empower operators in advanced machine control, minimizing human and lowering the barrier to entry for CNC manufacturing
• Process Development - Support cross-functional teams by engineering processes that expand and enhance on-machine capabilities.

Job requirements

• Macro Programming – Experience writing macros for in either Fanuc, Siemens, or Heidenhain
• CNC Machine Operation – Ability to run and operate CNC machines including part setup, tool loading, tool offsets, spindle probing
• Software – Experience coding with an understanding of software principles, including Python, data structures, version control (e.g. GitHub), and testing.
• Communication – Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Machining Knowledge – Has applicable experience with a variety of machine types (mills, lathes), materials (alum, stainless, hard metals), tooling application, workholding, and fixture design.