Why This Role Matters

As a Development and Prototype Machinist, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and delivery teams - producing, modifying, reworking, and troubleshooting parts integral to our fusion energy systems. Your technical skills, attention to detail, and proactive approaches are fundamental to our success. This opportunity is for day shift.

What You'll Do

  • Program, setup and operate CNC and manual machines, including but not limited to lathes and multi-axis mills, to produce precision parts and tools from metals, plastics,

and potentially composites

  • Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to meet tolerance requirements
  • Work with engineering teams to document and recommend design for manufacturability improvements
  • Facilitate the transition from development to production by collaborating closely with engineering
  • Assist in the set-up of new production work areas, including layouts,

tooling, and equipment configuration

  • Identify and execute continuous improvement projects to enhance area safety and efficiency
  • Perform second-party verification of manufactured hardware and assist in the transition from development to production

What You Bring

  • Minimum 10 years of experience as a machinist in a hands-on setting
  • Ability to work independently through the full programming, fixturing, machining and inspecting life cycle of parts
  • Proficiency in reading engineering drawings with and good understanding of GD&T
  • Experience manufacturing production and development hardware as well as small tooling
  • Minimum 2 years of Programming with CAM software and conversational programming on machines
  • Experience performing basic preventive and reactive maintenance of machine tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and/or electromechanical systems
  • Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and protocols
  • Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians
  • Experience driving a forklift and using hand power tools

Bonus Points For

  • Experience using Creo, Fusion 360 or Mastercam CAD/CAM software
  • Experience in hands-on tasks such as welding, construction, auto mechanics, or other similar tasks