Machining Apps Engineer

Advantest - Chandler, AZ

Part-time

Chandler, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

This position is for Essai Test Solutions, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Advantest America, Inc., located in Fremont, CA, and Phoenix and Chandler, AZ. The role requires extensive knowledge of Manual and CNC milling, as it is a hands-on position that necessitates CNC multi-axis programming. Candidates should possess machine troubleshooting experience, which is considered a plus. The responsibilities include conducting time studies and test cuts, and proficiency in multiple CAD/CAM programming solutions, especially 5-axis programming, is essential. The ideal candidate should be familiar with macros and probing routines, and demonstrate skill in reworking parts with very small features. Advanced knowledge of work holding and tool path is also required. In this role, you will be expected to troubleshoot program problems related to CAM, PostP, Programmer, and Machine. Identifying ways to reduce or eliminate deficiencies is crucial, as is having experience in improving cycle times and tool life. Performing test cuts to analyze the machine's performance is a key responsibility, along with other duties as assigned. This position demands a high level of technical expertise and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that all tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Extensive knowledge of Manual and CNC milling required.
• Hands-on position requiring CNC multi-axis programming.
• Conduct time studies and test cuts.
• Proficient in multiple CAD/CAM programming solutions, especially 5-axis.
• Knowledge of macros and probing routines is essential.
• Rework parts with very small features.
• Advanced work holding and tool path knowledge required.
• Troubleshoot program problems related to CAM, PostP, Programmer, and Machine.
• Identify ways to reduce or cut deficiencies.
• Experience in improving cycle times and tool life.
• Perform test cuts to analyze machine performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of programming and setting up complex machine tools.
• Microsoft Office knowledge is mandatory.
• Advanced programming knowledge (POSTP, Macros, BASIC) is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and follow up.
• Dependable and resourceful.
• Well-organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere.
• Provide accurate and on-time results.