Senior Prototype Machinist (7:00am - 3:30pm)
$99,840–$141,440 year
On-site · Santa Clara, California, United States or Emeryville, California, United States
Job Summary
Senior Prototype Machinist role in Emeryville, CA focused on owning precision machined parts from start to finish in a fast-paced prototype/R&D environment. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings and GD&T, CAM programming and setup for CNC mills and lathes (3-axis and 5-axis), fixture/workholding design (soft jaws, vacuum fixtures), tool selection and preparation, in-process inspection and final verification (CMM data, calipers, micrometers), and delivering conforming hardware. Collaborates with engineers to identify manufacturability risks, improve designs, reduce machining time, and raise shop standards. Manages multiple jobs with shifting priorities, maintains tight tolerances, and mentors junior machinists; for senior candidates, leads complex jobs and defines best practices. Requires a hands-on approach in a 24/7 operation with a 5-2 schedule and on-site work in Emeryville, CA. Bonus qualifications include HAAS/MAZAK experience, CMM programming/operation, advanced Fusion 360 CAM, TIG welding, machining difficult materials, and experience documenting builds in MES/PLM/ERP systems.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent practical experience
Apply with one swipe on Sorce. We auto-fill applications and apply on your behalf — no cover letters, no 40-minute forms.
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.