Principal Manufacturing Engineer

At Volt, our greatest strength is our people

Volt is immediately hiring for Principal Manufacturing Engineer- in Andover, MA

What are the main functions of this role:

* Manufacturing Engineers develop and optimize production processes with a focus on cost, quality, safety, and schedule.
* Primary responsibilities include developing the comprehensive manufacturing process for 3D metal parts for various radar, integrated sensor, and effector programs. The candidate will define materials, develop work holding solutions, create multi-axis CNC machining programs, develop inspection plans, and create process instructions for operators to follow.
What You Will Do:

* Direct production support of CNC machine shop manufacturing floor.
* Translate engineering design requirements into formal manufacturing process documentation including raw material definition, fixturing/tooling development, CNC programming, inspection planning, finishing requirements, and assembly instructions
* Drive process improvements using data analysis, application of best practices, and by implementing innovative solutions to improve process capability and decrease cost
* Design, control, and improve the manufacturing process through collaboration with a multi-disciplined team
* Perform process development on new product introductions in support of accelerated time to market
* Optimize CNC programs using machining modeling and analysis tools
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives and document standard methodologies and standard work for CNC machining
* Provide technical expertise reviewing metrology and statistical process control (SPC) data
* Mentor teammates in cutting edge machining methods and tools
* Validate NC programs using CGTech Vericut and Cimco Edit
This is 6 months Full- time- contract with possible extension opportunity.

Shift: 4th Shift (Fri-Sun, 6am-6pm)

Required:

* Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
* 8+ years of experience developing 4+ axis CNC machining programs for metal parts
* Advanced knowledge of high-speed machining techniques, cutting tool technology, and machine tool capabilities to develop best in class CNC programs
* Ability to properly apply and interpret standard and geometric dimensions and tolerances
* Strong working knowledge of CNC machine tool capability, fixture design, and macro programming
* Demonstrated experience with PFMEA, SPC, shop floor process monitoring, data collection and adaptive methods
Desired Skill Sets:

* 5 Axis CNC programming experience.
* Competency in NX CAM supporting medium to complex CNC programs
* Demonstrated working knowledge of Creo CAD/CAM Software
* Process familiarity with paint, plating, and structural assembly
* Innovative mindset for continuous improvement keeping pace with advancements in technology
* Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across disciplines
* GD&T certification.
* Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Ability to work in a team setting as well as individually
* Self-motivated and results oriented
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Knowledge and ability to apply CORE principles and techniques

Years of Experience Required (if any): 8+ years

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