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CNC Machinist - Engineering LabNidec • Hoffman Estates, IL, US
CNC Machinist - Engineering Lab

CNC Machinist - Engineering Lab

Nidec • Hoffman Estates, IL, US
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Job Description

At a Glance

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Company : Nidec

Location : Hoffman Estates, IL

Job Type : Full-Time

Pay Range : $31–$45 / hour (based on experience)

Shift : Day Shift

Overtime : As needed

Experience Level : Mid–Senior (3–5+ years)

Work Environment : Engineering Lab / Non-Production

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Why This Role Exists\n

This role exists to support product engineering, prototyping, and R&D efforts within Nidec’s Engineering Lab. Rather than running production, this machinist plays a hands-on role in developing, refining, and validating machining processes for gearboxes and motor components .

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You’ll work directly with engineers, contribute to problem-solving discussions, and help shape how prototype parts are machined — making this an ideal role for a machinist who enjoys variety, ownership, and technical collaboration .

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The Work You’ll Be Doing\n

In this role, you will :

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  • Take ownership of machining projects from planning through completion

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  • Set up, program, and operate CNC and manual machines
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  • Machine prototype components, gears, and tooling to tight tolerances
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  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
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  • Hob and inspect gears and pinions using proper tooling and metrology
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  • Create and modify CNC programs using G-code and CAM software
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  • Perform in-process and first-article inspections and make adjustments
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  • Participate in engineering problem-solving meetings
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  • Develop and refine machining processes for continuous improvement
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  • Maintain machines, tooling, and a clean 5S-compliant workspace
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    This is a hands-on, start-to-finish role where your machining judgment and problem-solving skills matter.

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    Machines, Controls & Software\n

    You’ll work with equipment such as :

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  • CNC Mills (Haas, Sharp)
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  • Manual Mills & Lathes
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  • Gear Hobbing Equipment
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  • Opportunity to expand into grinders and other machines
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    Controls & Programming :

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  • G-Code programming
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  • FeatureCAM
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    Inspection & Measurement :

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  • Precision measurement tools for tight-tolerance gear inspection
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    What We’re Looking For\n

    Required

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  • 3+ years of CNC machining experience
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  • Experience setting up and operating CNC mills
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  • Familiarity with manual lathe operations
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  • Strong blueprint reading and troubleshooting skills
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  • Solid understanding of tooling, setups, and inspection
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  • Ability to manage time and work independently
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  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
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    Preferred (Not Required)

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  • CAM programming experience
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  • Experience with gear cutting and toolmaking
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  • Exposure to grinders and drill presses
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  • Prototype, R&D, or engineering lab experience
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    Materials You’ll Work With\n

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  • Steel
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  • Aluminum
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  • Other materials used in motor and gearbox components
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    Why Machinists Like Working Here\n

    Machinists choose Nidec because this role offers :

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  • A non-production engineering lab environment
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  • Direct collaboration with engineering teams
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  • High-variety, technically interesting work
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  • Ownership over setups, programming, and process development
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  • Clean, organized, safety-focused workspace
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  • Opportunities to expand skills across machines and processes
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    Pay, Benefits & Schedule\n

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  • Pay Range : $31–$45 / hour (based on experience)
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  • Full-time, stable role
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  • Benefits offered by a global engineering-driven organization
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    Apply\n

    Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC .

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    Apply Now or Save This Job to come back later.

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