Senior/Staff CNC Programmer
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Senior CNC Programmer at Zoox who programs 5-axis CNC machines using HyperMILL, designs fixtures, and collaborates with engineering and craftspeople to manufacture prototype and production parts.
About this role
In this role, you will:
Manufacture parts from one-off prototypes to short-run production in a variety of materials
Program 5-axis CNC machines using HyperMILL
Design and machining of fixtures to hold components during machining operations
Setup and teardown of CNC machines
Interface with people across the company to acquire the correct set of data needed to make components
Assist in ordering materials and tools for the machine shop
Develop and maintaining digital tooling and work holding databases
Work with engineering teams to provide DFM feedback for machined components
Qualifications
Extensive experience as a 5-axis CNC mill machinist
10+ years of experience as a CNC programmer using state-of-the-art CAM systems with 3D simulation and collision detection capabilities
Familiarity with Heidenhain and Siemens CNC controls
Strong CAD skills
Understand and interpret GD&T and dimensional drawings
Ability to troubleshoot and provide solutions to challenging problems
Bonus Qualifications
Specific experience with HyperMILL CAM software
Knowledge of JIRA, Solidworks, CATIA, 3DX, ENOVIA
Familiarity with CNC turning machines, tooling, and processes
Experience with Esprit CAM software
Skills
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