Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer III

Location: Seattle,WA,

Duration: 6-11+ Months- possible extension/conversion

Salary and Other Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is between $45 .00/hr- $55 .00/hr .

Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

CNC Programming Operations

• Use Mastercam to program CNC parts for 3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills

• Create optimized tool paths and machining strategies for complex parts

• Simulate NC files inside of Vericut to verify programs before production

• Maintain revision control on programs and setup sheets

• Generate setup sheets and work instructions for machine operators

• Troubleshoot programming issues and make real-time adjustments

Technical Analysis and Optimization

• Review customer drawings and specifications to determine optimal machining approach

• Make or offer suggestions on drawing changes to improve manufacturability

• Optimize cutting parameters, tool selection, and machining sequences to reduce cycle time

• Knowledgeable of carbide tools and adjusting speed and feed parameters for maximum tool life

• Evaluate trade-offs between programming complexity, cycle time, and tool life

• Develop and maintain programming standards and best practices

Fixture Design and Tooling

• Design and machine efficient fixture tooling for production runs

• Create custom work-holding solutions for complex parts

• Optimize fixture designs to minimize setup time and maximize accessibility

• Collaborate with CNC Setup Machinists on fixture implementation

Machine Setup and Operation

• Perform machine setup and operation as needed

• Ability to set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills

• Verify programs through first article runs and make necessary adjustments

• Support CNC operators and setup machinists with technical guidance

Capacity Management and Productivity

• Manage programming workload to meet production schedules

• Meet expectations for productivity and production goals

• Constantly keep products moving and alert management when production is inhibited

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually - as applicable.