Role Snapshot
From blueprint to finished part, you turn ideas into durable, dimensionally accurate components that keep manufacturing and maintenance moving. You’ll build custom components and replacement parts, apply precise machining methods, and partner closely with maintenance and engineering to ensure every solution performs in the field.
This scope aligns with publicly available nVent Aberdeen Machinist information describing the fabrication of custom components and replacement parts and close collaboration with maintenance and engineering to develop effective design solutions.
Day in the Life
You start by reviewing drawings and work instructions, choose the right tooling and materials, then set up and operate manual or CNC equipment to produce parts to spec. Throughout the run, you check critical features with calipers, micrometers, and gaugesmaking fine adjustments to hit tight tolerances. When issues arise, you diagnose root causes, refine setups or methods, and document your work so the next job runs even better. Between tasks, you keep machines, tools, and your area in safe, reliable condition and consult with maintenance and engineering on component needs and design tweaks.
What You’ll Do
- Set up and operate appropriate machine tools to produce custom components and replacement parts.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, dimensions, and work instructions.
- Select optimal tools, materials, and machining methods for each assignment.
- Measure and inspect features using precision instruments; hold specified tolerances.
- Fine-tune setups and parameters to achieve dimensional accuracy and part quality.
- Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend improvements to processes and outcomes.
- Collaborate with maintenance and engineering on component, repair, and design needs.
- Maintain equipment, tooling, and work areas in safe, dependable condition.
- Follow all safety procedures and complete accurate documentation for each job.
What You Bring
- Previous experience as a machinist or in precision machining (preferred).
- Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and dimensional specifications.
- Familiarity with manual/CNC machine tools and core machining processes.
- Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools.
- Solid understanding of tolerances, materials, and machining safety practices.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong problem-solving ability.
- Comfort working independently while partnering effectively with maintenance and engineering.
Technical Strengths
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- CNC Tooling
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
- Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
- Manual Machining Skills
Ideal profile: A detail-driven maker who enjoys practical problem-solving and delivering precise, functional parts.
