CNC Programmer / Prototype Machinist
First Shift | Oxford, Connecticut
About Veloce Engineering
Veloce Engineering is an established product-design, engineering and manufacturing company in Oxford, Connecticut. We help clients develop new products and produce precision prototype and low-volume components for the medical, consumer and industrial markets.
Our machine shop is different from a repetitive production environment. Projects change frequently, and our machinists are involved in determining how parts should be programmed, fixtured, machined and inspected. If you enjoy variety, challenging parts and taking ownership of a job from drawing through finished component, this may be an excellent fit.
The Position
We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Prototype Machinist who can independently program, set up and operate CNC equipment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working from engineering drawings and solid models to produce one-off prototypes and short production runs in aluminum, stainless steel, engineering plastics and other materials.
This is a hands-on position requiring both CNC programming and machining experience. It is not strictly a machine-operator position.
Responsibilities
- Program 3- and 4-axis CNC machining centers using Mastercam and/or Fusion 360
- Set up and operate Haas CNC milling machines
- Program, set up and operate a CNC lathe when required
- Review drawings, solid models, dimensions, tolerances and GD&T requirements
- Develop machining strategies, setups and operation sequences
- Select appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds and cutting parameters
- Design or fabricate workholding and fixtures as needed
- Inspect completed parts using standard precision measuring equipment
- Identify and correct programming, machining and dimensional problems
- Maintain accurate setup and tooling information
- Perform routine machine maintenance
- Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area
- Communicate effectively with engineers, designers and other team members
Required Qualifications
- At least three years of CNC machining experience
- Experience programming CNC milling machines using CAM software
- Ability to independently set up and operate CNC machining centers
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience inspecting close-tolerance machined components
- Strong understanding of cutting tools, workholding, speeds and feeds
- Ability to manage changing priorities and work with limited supervision
- High school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications
- Mastercam experience
- Haas CNC machining experience
- Fourth-axis machining experience
- CNC lathe programming and setup experience
- Fusion 360 experience
- SolidWorks experience
- Working knowledge of GD&T
- Experience in prototype or low-volume machining
What We Offer
- Interesting prototype and short-run work with new projects arriving regularly
- First-shift position
- Modern Haas CNC equipment
- A high degree of independence and ownership
- Direct interaction with experienced engineers and product designers
- Weekly pay
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Bonus potential
- Flexible scheduling
- A professional, collaborative work environment without unnecessary bureaucracy
Additional Information
This is a full-time, in-person position at our Oxford, Connecticut facility.
Veterans and experienced candidates of all ages are encouraged to apply. A college degree is not required.
To apply, please submit a résumé describing your CNC programming, setup and machining experience. Please identify the machines and CAM software you have used.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
