Assistant Computer Programmer Jobs in Franklin Park, IL

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

We are looking to hire a skilled CNC programmer to assessand maintain our CNC equipment. As a CNC programmer, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting technical blueprints, inputting the design specifications, adjusting the machine cutting paths, and performing quality checks on the final product. You may also be required to perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the manufacturing process.

To ensure success as a CNC Programmer, you should have extensive experience working in manufacturing, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work unsupervised. Ultimately, a top-class CNC programmer works quickly and efficiently, ensuring all products meet the specifications of the client.

Position Responsibilities

• Create CNC machine programs for production: Set up/ Qualify/ and ensure part conformance on various 5 Axis CNC machines.
• May require some production operation
• Prepare sequence logic for machining operations necessary for set up and production
• Assist in the concept design of required tools and gages, support changes to existing tools and fixtures as improvements are identified.
• Thorough understanding of G and M coding
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and tool path application necessary to perform the operations.
• Trouble shoot non-conformances derived from programming errors
• Train setup technicians.
• Reading and interpreting technical blueprints and design models.
• Loading raw materials into the CNC machine.
• Inputting the product design into the computer modeling software.
• Choosing and loading the correct cutting tools for the job.
• Adjusting machine settings to the desired product specifications.
• Troubleshooting issues during the manufacturing process.
• Completing quality control tests during the manufacturing stage and on the final product.
• Cleaning and maintaining the machine.
• Training new staff on machine operation procedures.

• High school diploma and two-year technical trade degree or completion of a machinist apprenticeship program. On Job Training (OJT) may be acceptable.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience programming, setting up, and operating 5 Axis CNC equipment
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

• 10 years in CNC Multi Axis machining- application of proper machining strategies and techniques with superalloys, steel, stainless steel and forgings.
• Post Processor editing
• CNC programming and setup of 5 Axis Vertical Mill (Trunnion Style Table)
• CNC programming and setup of 5 Axis Vertical Mill Turn
• CNC programming and setup of 5+ Axis Profile Grinders
• CNC programming and setup of 5 Water Jet
• CNC programming and setup of 5 Axis Wire EDM
• Familiar with machine probing and programming
• Vericut Experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook.