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Project Machinist
  • Job Number: 23879
  • Functional Area: Trades
  • Department: Plasma Science and Fusion Center
  • School Area: VP Research
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule: M-F, 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.


Job Description

PROJECT MACHINIST, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to join PSFC’s machine shop and fabricate a wide range of components needed to perform research and development in plasma physics and fusion energy. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED:  two-year technical school degree; experience with numerically controlled machine training; ten years of relevant professional experience as a machinist; experience with Master Cam programming CNC lathes and multi-axis milling machines and with the use of horizontal and vertical band saws, belt/disc sanders, rotary grinders, and buffers which are typical in a machine shop; experience working with the materials found in plasma physics and fusion energy, including aluminum, steel, Inconel, copper, molybdenum, tungsten, G10, and or fiber-reinforced plastics; expert level skill with modern machine tools (e.g., the programming of CAM milling machines and lathes) in order to set up, maintain, and operate such machine tools; experience with speeds and feeds and the selection of proper tooling; The ability to work closely with students, researchers, and engineers; R&D background and experience with and ability to fabricate one-off pieces, tooling, and fixtures required for prototype or short-run production cycles; and the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision, estimate project schedule and costs, and train and educate more junior machinists. PREFERRED:  experience using wire EDM machines.  Job #23879

The position occasionally requires overtime and weekend work to complete time-sensitive jobs. 

Resumes should be submitted with a cover letter specifically addressing why you feel qualified for this position.  Resumes without an acceptable cover letter will not be considered.

4/23/24