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Mechanical and Machining Engineer

Vidorra Consulting Group
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
Must Have

Expert in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, and/or similar software programs

Ceramic machining processes, including wire edm, diamond grinding, and CNC milling

Well versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and set ups

Note from Client - I understand there will be a lot of people that will have experience in machining but we are looking for specifically people that have experience in ceramics.

You will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop novel solutions at the forefront of nuclear technology. You will work on components that serve a critical function in nuclear reactors already in commercial operation, and also currently being designed, built, and tested. You will provide input into the design and development of new products and take a lead role in production and prototype tooling and finish machining.

RESPONSIBILITIES: including but not limited to

Develop machining capability in-house and deliver high-quality precision parts to our Quality department

Design and machine production tooling/fixturing and finished part prototypes.

Analyze customer part drawings for DFM to ensure that the parts are optimized for manufacturing

Review quality concerns from piece part inspections and develop solutions

Identify, recommend, procure, and install machine shop equipment as well as ensure all equipment is thoroughly maintained and calibrated

Responsible for cost optimization and cost reduction initiatives associated with machining processes

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing and machining methodologies and techniques

Collaborate with external machine shop facilities to address capacity and scheduling issues as necessary

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in an engineering discipline

5 years of mechanical design and machine shop experience

Preferred Skills And Experience

Experience setting up and operating state-of-the art machining equipment

Ceramic machining processes, including wire edm, diamond grinding, and CNC milling

Well versed in standard machine shop manufacturing processes and set ups

Experience operating CNCs, conventional lathe and mill machines, and other machine shop equipment used to manufacture high-precision parts

Demonstrated proficiency in CNC programming

Well versed in GD&T and inspection procedures

Experienced with a variety of precision conventional and advance metrology systems (CMMs, 3D imaging)

Expert in SolidWorks, MasterCAM, and/or similar software programs

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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