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Prototype Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

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Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$51.19 - $89.84/hr

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San Jose, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

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$30 - $40/hr

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time prototype machinist in the United States is $29.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Prototype Machinist vs Full Time CNC Machinist?

AspectFull Time Prototype MachinistFull Time CNC Machinist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; machining certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; CNC programming certifications
Work EnvironmentPrototype shops, R&D labs, small batch manufacturingMass production facilities, machine shops, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageDesign and develop new prototypes, custom partsMass production of parts using CNC machines
Job FocusCreating prototypes, testing new designsProducing consistent parts efficiently

While both roles involve machining skills, a Full Time Prototype Machinist focuses on creating custom prototypes and working in R&D environments, whereas a Full Time CNC Machinist specializes in mass production using CNC machines for consistent part manufacturing.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Prototype Machinist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,275 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Prototype OR Set Up Machinist - Day Shift (Haas / Mastercam)

Marlborough, MA

Bristol Precision, Inc.
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$35 - $45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Set up and run complex CNC milling jobs in a high-mix, tight-tolerance environment.

  • Perform first-article and in-process inspections, select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding.

  • Program parts in Mastercam, troubleshoot machining issues, and lead daily workflow for setup machinists and operators.

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Bristol Precision
Location: Marlborough, MA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $35 – $45 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Overtime: Optional Saturdays | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Experience Level: 5+ years preferred
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (ITAR environment)

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Why This Role Exists

Bristol Precision continues to grow its prototype and small-batch aerospace, medical, and scientific programs. There is a need for a prototype mill machinist who can work print-to-part as well as an experienced mill set up machinist.

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What You’ll Be Doing

  • Set Up Mill Machinist:
    • Set up and run complex CNC milling jobs in a high-mix, tight-tolerance environment
    • Perform first-article and in-process inspections
    • Select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding
    • Troubleshoot machining issues to maintain workflow
  • Prototype Mill Machinist
    • Program parts in Mastercam and make edits at the machine as needed
    • Set up and run complex CNC milling jobs in a high-mix, tight-tolerance environment
    • Perform first-article and in-process inspections
    • Select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding
    • Troubleshoot machining issues to maintain workflow
    • Lead daily workflow for setup machinists and operators
    • Train and mentor team members on setup efficiency and quality standards
    • Coordinate closely with production leadership

These are not desk roles, you are hands on on the floor

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with:

Machines:

  • Haas Mini Mills through VF6SS
  • 5-Axis capability (Haas TRT160 Trunnion)

Controls:

  • Haas

CAM Software:

  • Mastercam

Inspection Equipment:

  • Zeiss Contura CMM
  • Optical comparator
  • Precision measurement tools

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Materials

  • Aluminum
  • Stainless Steel
  • Alloy Steel
  • Aerospace and medical-grade materials

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • 5+ years of CNC milling experience
  • Strong setup background (not operator-only)
  • Experience with Haas controls
  • Working knowledge of Mastercam
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T
  • Experience holding tight tolerances
  • Strong communication skills and leadership mindset
  • Experience working in an ISO-certified environment

Preferred:

  • 5-axis experience
  • Aerospace or medical industry experience
  • Prior leadership or mentoring experience

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

  • Bright, clean, air-conditioned facility
  • Well-maintained equipment
  • Strong QA department
  • Flexible schedules
  • Quarterly profit sharing
  • 20 days PTO + 6 paid holidays
  • Professional, respectful team culture

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Pay & Benefits

Pay Range: $35 – $45 per hour (DOE)

  • Set UP Machinist $30-38/hour
  • Prototype Machinist: $38-45/hour

Benefits Include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 4 weeks PTO + 6 paid holidays
  • Quarterly profit-sharing plan
  • Retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
  • Ongoing training and advancement opportunities

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