The Manufacturing CNC Programmer’s primary responsibility is modelling and post processing of Manufacturing Projects requiring advanced High Speed CNC Machining G-Coding utilizing SolidWorks and Mastercam. This role supports Oceaneering’s Marine Services Division (MSD) and is located in Chesapeake, VA. Overtime may be required up to 20% of the year.
Responsible for day-to-day machine shop coordination of programming issues.
Evaluate projects and TWD requirements for computer aided manufacturing realization.
Generate solid modelling files.
Generate CNC tool pathing with non-interference proofing.
Create, organize, and manager CAM post editor files.
Upload operator-ready G-Code program solutions for safe CNC Turning and Machining Center production operations.
Develop advanced manufacturing production processes for high-speed CNC Turning and Machining Center applications.
Design and generate program code and manufacturing processes for required project item specific fixturing and tooling.
Develop step-by-step operator friendly set-up process and production routing.
Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to and enforcing all safety procedures and policies inside and outside the facility, including use of personal protective and other equipment as required.
Required
High School diploma/GED.
Minimum of five (5) years of CNC machining process development experience.
Minimum of five (5) years CAM Systems post editing process programming experience, specifically SolidWorks & Mastercam.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with close tolerance, high-speed machining.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, etc.)
Must be able to read blueprints and have strong knowledge of applied math.
Must be a U.S. citizen who is not a dual citizen of any other country.
Desired
Conventional machining experience desired
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
Must have excellent oral and written communications skills.
Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Ability to successfully reach company goals in an environment in which a wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
Ability to represent MSD in a positive manner while adhering to the organization’s core values.
Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The manufacturing/shop work environment; the site may contain mobility barriers with uneven ground level and obstructed pathways. Climatic and environmental conditions at the job site will be indoor climate with steady temperatures and noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, and etc.
Physical Activity/Requirements
OCCASIONAL
FREQUENT
CONSTANT
Lift 20 – 50 pounds
Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach/back, crawl and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.
Identify color differences
Wear PPE for skin protection.
Lift 10 – 20 pounds
Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach and lift/carry objects.
Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated, and work with arms extended overhead.
Operate a motor vehicle.
Lift up to 10 pounds.
Wear PPE for body, vision and hearing protection.
Pay Transparency:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Compensation: $40- $46 an hour
Skills Required
- High School diploma or GED
- Minimum 5 years CNC machining process development experience
- Minimum 5 years CAM systems post-editing/programming experience (SolidWorks and Mastercam)
- Minimum 5 years close-tolerance, high-speed machining experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Ability to read blueprints and strong applied math skills
- U.S. citizenship required; not a dual citizen of any other country
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Conventional machining experience
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What We Do
Oceaneering pushes the frontiers of deep water, space and motion entertainment environments to execute with new, leading-edge connections to solve tomorrow’s challenges, today. As the trusted subsea connection specialist, our experience combined with the depth and breadth of our portfolio of technologies allows us to engineer solutions for the most complex subsea challenges. From routine to extreme, our integrated products, services, and innovative solutions safely de-risk operational systems, increase reliability, and enable a lower total cost of ownership. We are connecting what’s needed with what’s next as the world’s largest ROV operator and the leading ROV provider to the oil and gas industry with over 300 systems operating worldwide. With our safety-focused and innovative approach, we responsively and decisively react to subsea challenges while providing solutions swiftly and efficiently.
