Lead Technician - Engineering (CNC Machining)

Location: Onsite in Wilmington, Delaware 19805, United States

Salary: $58,200–$59,400 per year

Company

Staffing employer offering engineering and manufacturing assignments, with benefits available for qualifying temporary assignments.

What you will do

• Provide technical leadership and hands-on machining expertise for prototype component manufacturing.
• Set up machining operations and program CNC tool paths.
• Interpret engineering models and drawings and execute the specified design intent.
• Plan and create holding fixtures, select cutting tools, and secure materials on shop equipment.
• Adjust machine settings to optimize part quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with the team while maintaining focus on quality, precision, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Ability to work onsite in Wilmington, Delaware.
• 10+ years of machine shop experience required.
• Strong knowledge of modern and conventional machining processes and manual equipment, including Bridgeport mills and tool room lathes.
• Experience programming CNC machines and with TRAC CNC equipment.
• Working knowledge of current CAD software packages and common file types.
• Technical school education is preferred but not required.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available for temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer.
• 401(k) and statutory sick pay are available where required for qualifying assignments.
• Reasonable workplace accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities.
• Equal opportunity employment practices apply, including consideration of protected veterans and qualified applicants with criminal histories where legally required.