CNC Machinist – Motorsport & Prototype Engineering
Prototipo LtdAbout the role
Prototipo is looking for a CNC Machinist to join our small but growing engineering team. We design, develop and manufacture high-performance motorsport and amphibious vehicle components in-house, with work ranging from one-off prototype parts through to small-batch production. This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys solving problems and taking ownership of their work.
Key responsibilities
- Setting and operating CNC machinery, along with some manual equipment
- Manufacturing Prototipo's in-house designed products using 3, 4 and 5-axis mills and multi-tasking lathes
- Producing one-off prototype and development components
- Small-batch production of precision components
- Designing and manufacturing jigs and fixtures where required
- Working directly with our design and engineering team to optimise components for manufacture
About you
- CNC machine setting and operation
- Fusion 360 CAD/CAM or other CAD/CAM software
- Haas, Fanuc and/or Siemens controls
- 5-axis machining
- Multi-tasking lathes
- Horizontal machining centres
- Prototype and low-volume precision manufacturing
- Willingness to learn, develop new skills and take on new challenges
About us
We're a small team, so everyone's contribution matters. You'll work closely with the people designing, developing and testing the parts you're making, rather than simply producing the same components every day. It's an opportunity to become part of a high-performance New Zealand engineering business designing and manufacturing components for the international motorsport industry.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Computer Numerical Control Machinist?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- Do you have experience using CAD Software?