Prototype Machinist

Job Profile:

Skilled Crafts and Trade Specialist 2 Non Exempt

Job Family:

Skilled Crafts and Trade

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Performs maintenance in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Job Description:

Position Salary Range: $34.38 - $40.00 per hour; DOE

Job Description:

The Instrument Design and Fabrication Core Facility is an ASU Knowledge Enterprise Core Facility. The Instrument shop is an ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified facility and is seeking to fill a Prototype Machinist Sr. position. Under shop management direction, you will contribute to the optimal, efficient, and safe operation of multiple shop equipment.

This position requires hands on work in a prototype environment working from concept designs to machine component(s) and assemblies. Design review, machining and inspection of components are a major part of this position’s responsibilities. This position supports all ASU professors and research scientists along with peer institution specialized projects.

Knowledge of quality assurance/control (QA)(QC) processes including CMM equipment/procedures and final inspection reports. Use CAD programs to prepare drawings and to generate programs for CNC equipment. Prepares estimates for submitted jobs including labor, material requisitions, supplies and tools.

Essential Duties:

• Fabricate, assemble, and test highly technical research equipment, laboratory instruments, and machine mechanisms.

• Manufacture necessary fixtures, tooling, and holding jigs for instrument fabrication.

• Set up, program, and operate manual machine tools alongside CNC lathes and 2.5 to 5-axis CNC mills.

• Consult with faculty, engineering teams, and research partners to establish design parameters and advise on manufacturing feasibility.

• Read and interpret hand-drawn sketches, CAD prints, and blueprints. Develop or modify finished drawings based on instructions and calculations.

• Inspect assigned work and perform in-process part inspections using manual measurement tools to verify tolerance and QA/QC compliance.

• Perform routine maintenance and in-house repairs on toolroom machinery and support equipment.

• Maintain the required level of laboratory safety training to perform routine duties.

• Work full-time hours from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Desired Qualifications:

• Twelve years of experience in the design, fabrication, modification and repair of high precision, mechanical instrument and assemblies, including four years of instrument design experience, four years CAD/CAM software and three-dimensional drawings experience, and four years of CNC machine programming; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties and use office equipment including a desktop computer.

• Highly knowledgeable in the design and fabrication of high-precision mechanical instruments and assemblies.

• Comprehensive knowledge of non-destructive testing, a variety of material properties, including experience with several different metals, plastics, and machinable ceramics.

• Skilled in applying QA/QC methods and operating quality control inspection equipment.

• Thorough knowledge of industrial safety practices and procedures. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Working Environment:

• Regular activities require ability to manage multiple tasks at one time, to be able to prioritize tasks; to manage conflict: to interact in a team environment: and to communicate effectively to exchange accurate information.

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting and laboratory subject to extended periods of being in a stationary position, operating computer and other office productivity machinery; required to move a moderate distance to perform work. Working on site will require safety precautions and/or specific processes to be followed along with required PPE (e.g. gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses, etc.).

• Frequently moves up to 25 pounds for various needs.

• Regular use of standard machine shop equipment including, but not limited to, CNC and manual milling machines, large machining centers, CNC and manual lathes, grinders and hand tools which produce metal chips and shavings.

Department Statement:

As a core part of our research support team, our machinists provide prototype manufacturing by operating CNC mills and lathes, CMM, wire EDM, reading blueprints, and building precise custom parts and assemblies. We value safety, skill, and careful attention to detail. Our team works hard to solve complex mechanical problems, maintain advanced equipment, and deliver high-quality experimental components every day.

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

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