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Berkeley Lab's Engineering Division is hiring a Water Jet Machinist. Under general supervision, the machinist will provide technical support in water jet machining, perform routine and specialized assignments using water jet and support equipment, and apply intermediate-level knowledge to operate a 5-axis water jet machine and software to produce basic and complex shapes. The role may include rotating assignments to provide basic machining support for specific projects or programs.

What You Will Do:

• Apply expertise in 5-axis water jet theory and practice to efficiently complete assignments.

• Design and fabricate work-piece fixtures for unique or production water jet cut parts from various materials under general supervision.

• Advise technicians, designers, engineers, and scientists on manufacturability with water jet capabilities.

• Operate material handling equipment, including overhead cranes and forklifts, to move large materials or parts.

• Use manufacturer-provided software to produce parts from prints, CAD files, sketches, or verbal instructions.

• Utilize computers with lab-supported CAD/CAM software applications to:
  • Access, manipulate, and construct electronic drawings and models, including dxf files.

  • Apply efficient tool/cutter paths, waterjet sequences, and feed rates to geometry.

  • Generate, edit, and transfer machine tool controller-specific part program instructions.

• Decode blueprints, sketches, parts lists, and assembly diagrams.

• Understand and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards, including:
  • Compare Datum Reference Frames to Datum Features for correct decoding.

  • Understand symbols and terminology for part feature form, orientation, size, and location.

• Comply with Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) rules and regulations (LBL Pub-3000 and related documents).

• Promote and participate in safety and environmentally sensitive practices.

• Complete required ES&H training activities.

• Perform work with knowledge of shop and lab safety practices, including organization, housekeeping, hazardous materials handling, storage and disposal, AHDs, SDSs, confined space entry, occurrence reporting, and Quality Assurance/Conduct of Operations.

What is Required:

• Technical understanding of water jet operations, machining, and related processes.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in water jet/machining.

• Skills in material handling (overhead crane, forklift).

• Understanding of technical shop mathematics.

• Experience with conventional and CNC machine tools for precision hardware and assemblies.

• Proficiency with CAD and CAM applications.

• Skills in setup, testing, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and scientific equipment.

• Ability to select, set up, and use hand, power, and specialized machine tools.

• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, sketches, parts lists, drawings, and manuals.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights and in confined spaces, and lift 25 lbs.

Desired Qualifications:

• AA or BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Technology, or completion of a formal machinist apprenticeship or equivalent industrial training.

• General skills with spreadsheets, databases, and word processors.

Salary:

The expected hourly rate for this position is between $38.00 - $40.00, which falls into the full hourly range for the Water Jet Machinist at $35.97 - $52.15. The hourly rate for this position will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualifications and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, plus also aligned with the internal peer group.

Notes:

• This is a full-time career appointment, non-exempt (hourly paid).

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• Salary will be determined based on range by collective bargaining agreement.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

Learn About Us:

Berkeley Lab is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory managed by the University of California and designated a Federally Funded Research and Development Center. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we have a close relationship with UC Berkeley, as well as robust partnerships with other academic institutions and industries, including those in Silicon Valley. The Laboratory conducts world-class research that supports clean energy, a healthy planet, and solution-inspired discovery science. Berkeley Lab is defined by our deeply felt sense of stewardship, which we describe as a commitment to taking care of the Laboratory's research, people, and resources that are entrusted to us. Our values of team science, innovation, service, trust, and respect knit us together as a community. We practice these values and prioritize our principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability (IDEA) to build highly effective teams that produce world-class science and technology and where all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, disciplines, and experiences, can thrive.

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