Intern, Engineering, CNC Programming
*This is an internship for the Summer of 2024.
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy and is named Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.
Position Summary:
The Programming intern will assist the programming department in programming, setup, and machining to support of daily production and new product development. This temporary programming position is intended for engineering students who are actively working toward a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Programming CO-OPs will work in a team environment with R&D, Quality, Facility, Programming, & Manufacturing Engineers as well as Operations Supervisors and technicians.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
*Under direction of a CNC Programmer, create and edit CNC programs using MasterCam, and/or GibbsCAM.
*Analyze blueprints to determine tool selection, machine speeds & feed rates.
*Learn to set up and operate CNC machining equipment.
*Make programming and/or mechanical adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quality and quantity requirements.
*Communicate recommendations to engineering to modify parts and processes.
*Engage in business process and workplace continuous improvement activities.
*Participates in and sustains 5S Standards.
*Must follow all required ISO procedures, comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements, and adhere to SIG SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
*Carry out other duties reasonable within capability as required by the supervisor.
Education and/or Experience:
*Candidate for Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
*Advanced coursework in thermodynamics, fluids, materials, mechanisms, CAD, CAM, or similar fields preferred. Prior CO-OP, internship, or design project work preferred.
*Must have basic proficiency in report creation.
*Must have basic proficiency using Microsoft Excel and Word.
*Must have basic proficiency using CAD software to create parametric solid models and engineering drawings (SolidWorks highly preferred).
*Basic proficiency using CAM software to create CNC programs is preferred.
*Experience using and maintaining firearms and/or related products is preferred.
*Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Working Conditions:
*Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
*Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas.
SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.