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Prototype Machinist/MasterCAM Programmer Level III/IV

CompanyAscentec Engineering LLC
LocationTualatin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 5, 2026
About The Company
Ascentec Engineering was founded in 2001 by a team of process and manufacturing engineers all with a solid background in electronics manufacturing processes. All brought with them experience in designing innovative and productivity-enhancing tools/fixtures that held up to the technology changes within the industry. From this experience, Ascentec Engineering was formed with the goal of providing high value, innovative, and expeditious tooling solutions unmatched in the industry. Ascentec Engineering has established itself as an EMS industry leader for tooling solutions and strives each day to continuously improve the products and services offered to all customers. Incorporating the core competencies developed since its inception, in 2007 Ascentec began a Precision Machining division focused on providing quick-turn prototype and short-run production contract machining, along with integrated assembly services. Together, the two divisions of Ascentec Engineering combine to provide a stable, comprehensive, customer focused organization providing the highest quality parts, products, and services to several demanding industries.
About the Role

Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Prototype Machinist at our Tualatin headquarters! The selected candidate will program and set up Vertical, Horizontal and/or 5th Axis CNC Mills for machining of quick turn prototype and low volume production parts.


Mastercam or NX proficiency tests may be required in the interview process.


This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) and not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

 

Job Responsibilities:  To include but not limited to the following

  • Program, design of workholding and machining of quick turn prototype Semiconductor and Aerospace parts. 
  • Machine set-up and/or operation of complex, diverse parts/projects. 
  • Communicate and coordinate with floor leads and process owners regarding capacity constraints in production. 
  • Assistance with the development of standardized programming and work holding methods. 

Job Qualifications / Experience and Technical Skills:               

  • Must have 5+ years' experience in precision CNC machining including multi-axis machines. 
  • Minimum of 5+ years of recent MasterCAM programming experience is required. 
  • Experience with Haas, Fanuc and Okuma controllers. 
  • Experienced with multiple metrology tools for checking parts.  CMM experience a plus. 
  • Experience with metal (stainless steel, titanium, aluminum) and plastics machining. 
  • Excellent ASME blueprint reading and GD&T fundamentals. 
  • Ability to review designs for quality control and first article inspections. 

Personal Qualifications:              

  • Self-Starter/Self-Motivated. 
  • Professional Demeanor and Respectful in all situations. 
  • Flexible and willing to help others as needs and tasks change. 
  • Positive Attitude & Team Player. 
  • Quality oriented- “Do it right the first time.” 
  • Honest with Good Integrity. 
  • Reliable and Dependable. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
  • Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment. 

Working Conditions:  

  • Works in an office or machine shop environment.  
  • May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.  
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  
  • Flexible schedule but must be able to work varying schedules and hours as needed.  
  • The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

 Compensation/Benefits: 

  • $30 to $45 per hour DOE
  • Medical / Dental / Vision 
  • 401k with company match up to 4% 
  • Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program 
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability 
  • Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid time off / paid holidays 
  • Employee Assistance Programs 

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
 

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.


Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 

Key Skills
MastercamCNC Programming5th Axis MillingGD&TASME Blueprint ReadingMetrology ToolsCMMWorkholding DesignFanuc ControllersHaas ControllersOkuma ControllersPrecision MachiningStainless Steel MachiningTitanium MachiningAluminum MachiningPlastics Machining
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTrades
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401k With Company MatchTiered Quarterly Bonus ProgramShort-term DisabilityLong-term DisabilityTuition Assistance Or ReimbursementLife InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Program and set up Vertical, Horizontal, and 5th Axis CNC Mills for prototype and low volume production parts. Coordinate with floor leads to manage capacity and develop standardized programming and workholding methods.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$30 - $45
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
321
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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