Work closely with Industrialization, Ops and design teams to align manufacturing strategies.
Translate our SolidWorks drawings to CNC programs using CAM software for all the equipment in Fab Lab
Ensure traceability and version control of CAM files and process documentation.
Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
Assist in the selection and maintenance of cutting tools, fixtures, and CNC equipment.
Coordinate with suppliers for tooling and machine upgrades.
Responsible for the design, development, and fabrication of assembly and inspection fixtures to support manufacturing and quality processes
Responsible for preparing program and parameter packages for use in mass production facilities, ensuring they are properly configured, stored, and ready for deployment to manufacturing equipment.
Optimize cycle times and tool usage to improve efficiency and reduce waste by using 3D printers and 3D scanners.
Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on manufacturability.
Support the development of fabrication protocols for prototype and production builds.
Troubleshoot machining issues and propose corrective actions.
Responsible for managing the 3D printing of initial prototypes prior to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring design validation.
Responsible for comparing 3D scans with CAD models to identify deviations, validate dimensional accuracy, and propose design or manufacturing improvements.
Document setup sheets, tooling lists, and instructions for repeatability.
Collaborate with design engineers, Industrialization Engineer and Ops Lead to ensure manufacturability of parts.
Ensure machining processes meet dimensional and surface finish requirements.
Apply DFX (Design for Excellence) IEM principles
Designs intelligent systems that minimize manual input by generating machining parameters and CNC code directly from engineering drawings, improving consistency and reducing lead time
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for machining defects.
Analyze machining data to identify bottlenecks and propose process enhancements.
Provide technical support and training to CNC operators and technicians.
Responsible for ensuring the network infrastructure is operating reliably to support the secure storage, transfer, and execution of CNC programs on manufacturing equipment.
Use, 3D models, 2D drawings, engineering drawings, specifications, bill of materials, and other instructions or procedures to accurately fabricate components.
Define tooling paths, machine parameters, and machine setups for various materials and geometries for CNC laser/punch, CNC mill, CNC lathe, CNC Router, CNC Bending machines.