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About Modular Mission Critical
ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Specialist to join our production team. This position will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes through the use of CAM software, ensuring efficient and high-quality production. This role involves working closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of CAM solutions in our manufacturing operations.

CAM Programming:

• Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAM software (e.g., TruTops Boost, V-Carve, Beamcut, MasterCam, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, SolidCam).
• Generate set-up plans, toolpaths and machining strategies for various manufacturing processes such as plastic milling, metal laser cutting, press brake air bending, pipe bending, multi-axis plasma cutting, industrial robotic manipulator.
• Create post-processor configurations for specific CNC machines.

Process Development:

• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to analyze part designs and ensure manufacturability.
• Define tooling, fixture requirements, and machining parameters for production.
• Optimize machining processes to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize costs.

Machine Setup and Troubleshooting:

• Provide technical support for machine setup and operation, ensuring alignment with CAM-generated programs.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Set up a regular scheduled maintenance program for all machines ensure we are preforming as needed
• Establish calibration process for machines and ensure regular best practices

Quality Assurance:

• Validate CAM programs through simulation and test runs to ensure accuracy and adherence to design specifications.
• Support quality control efforts by analyzing and mitigating machining defects.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of CAM programs, tool lists, and setup sheets.
• Generate process documentation, including step-by-step instructions for machine operators.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on advancements in CAM software and machining technology.
• Propose and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.

• Education: 
• • High-School Diploma/GED Required
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience with a High-School Diploma/GED OR 6+ years of experience with an Associate's Degree OR 2+ years with a Bachelor's Degree
  • Familiarity with various machining techniques, materials, and cutting tools.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in CAM software and CNC programming.
  • Understanding of NC-code and CNC controller interfaces.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes like laser cutting, welding, pipe bending, milling, sheet metal bending.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-axis CNC beam cutting.
• Exposure to Trumph machining ecosystem
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.