Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S4706P Home Org Name Industrial & Systems Engineering Division Name Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering Position Title Machinist Job Class Code AD84/AD85/AD86/AD87 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes Limited Term Length 2 Years Job Summary Auburn University is seeking experienced machinists at all levels who are nationally certified as a machinist with additional specialties in teaching/instruction, Occupational Safety, Mechatronics and Industry 4.0/5.0/6.0 technologies. This position integrates teaching, occupational safety, mechanical design, technical drawings, manual skills, mathematics, and computer programming to produce high-quality components in limited production runs, advanced prototypes, qualified technicians and professional engineering candidates. Essential Functions Safety & Supervision • Enforce OSHA machining safety standards, including SDS, LOTO, and electrical safety. • Serve as a Safety Officer and member of the ICAMS Safety Council. • Supervise and instruct students and junior machinists in safe shop practices. Instruction & Leadership • Teach NIMS Level 1–4 machining skills to university students and industry professionals. • Leads workshops on CAD / CAM, metrology, reverse engineering, advanced machining and Industry 4.0/5.0 • Lead teams on industry field trips and host/lead workshops for both industry and academia. • Work with students, faculty and industry to develop unique prototypes and limited production runs. Machining & Fabrication • Operate manual and CNC machines (milling, turning, drilling, grinding, EDM, Swiss, 5-axis milling, complex lathes with live tooling and state of the art 5 axis waterjet). • Set up and troubleshoot CNC programs using G-code; adjust tool and part offsets. Troubleshoot equipment. • Perform all levels of classic manual machining and metrology using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and microscopes. Perform all levels of maintenance on all the machines and equipment in the facility. Design & Programming • Create and interpret detailed engineering drawings, including GD&T standards. • Documented training in GD&T standards • Use CAD / CAM software (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, MasterCAM, AutoCAD PowerMill) for design and manufacturing programs. • Program and operate coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and 3D scanners. Quality & Troubleshooting • Review and correct engineering drawings for manufacturability. • Troubleshoot machining and programming issues across various platforms. • Certify GD&T drawings and ensure surface finish quality using precision instruments. Why Work at Auburn? • Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. • Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. • We’re Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. • Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. • A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Candidates will be assigned job levels based on qualifications. • Machinist I: Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $41,230-$61,850 • Sr. Machinist: Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining and 2 years of experience in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $43,610-$69,780 • Master Machinist: Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining and 4 years of experience Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining. Salary Range: $51,970-$88,350 • Lead Machinist: Associate’s degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining and 6 years of Advanced Manufacturing, Machining, or Computer Numerical Control ( CNC ) Machining experience. Salary Range: $63,420-$114,160 Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities • Excellent demonstrated proficiency in manual and CNC machining. • Experience with CAD / CAM software and metrology tools. • Strong understanding of safety regulations and instructional capabilities. • Experienced, documented instructor preferred • Ability to lead, teach, and collaborate in a dynamic academic-industrial environment. Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Machinist I Required within a year of employment: • NIMS Certification in Milling 1 • NIMS Certification in Turning 1 Sr. Machinist Required at hire: • NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2 • NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2 • Qualified as CNC 5 axis Operator-Required • Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator Master Machinist • NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2 • NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2 • Qualified as CNC 5 axis Operator • Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator Entry into this level requires an employee to pass the Auburn University CNC 5 Axis Specialist and the Conversational Grinding Machine Operator examination. Lead Machinist Required at hire: • NIMS Certification in Milling 1 and 2 • NIMS Certification in Turning 1 and 2 • Qualified as CNC 5 axis Operator • Qualified as an Electrostatic Discharge Machine Operator • GD&T Technologist Level Exam Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Preference will be shown to candidates with the following certifications: NIMS Certification in Diemaking I NIMS Certification in Moldmaking Level I NIMS I 4.0 Smart Maintenance Specialist NIMS I 4.0 Smart Production Specialist NIMS Certification in Diemaking Level II NIMS Certification in Moldmaking Level II I 4.0 Smart Systems Integration Specialist I 4.0 Smart Process Specialist Basic Swiss Machine Operator NIMS Certification in Diemaking Level III NIMS Certification in Moldmaking Level III GD&T Senior Level Exam Posting Detail Information Salary Range $41,230 - $114,160 Job Category Facilities/Skills Trades Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 08/26/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more. Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/55621 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents • Resume Optional Documents • Cover Letter Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). • * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity. (Open Ended Question) • * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University: • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee • Not an Auburn or AUM employee • * Do you have an Associate's degree in Advanced Manufacturing, Machining or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining? • Yes • No
See More Details >>Job Description Description: Under direct supervision, assists with the setup, operation, and adjustment of conventional or automatic machines such as Computer Numberic Controlled (CNC) machines. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Reads CNC programs. Work is routine and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances. Requires basic knowledge of various metals and of measurements used in machining processes. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two years of experience. Responsibilities: • Write/edit/modify programs for CNC Machines • Operates CNC machines according to exact tolerances specified on engineering prints • Sets up and operates manual lathes, saws, cutting tools, slotting tools to meet exact tolerances on engineering prints. • Performs routine inspections and minor maintenance • Troubleshoots and corrects operational and quality issues • Ensures the machine is in compliance with operational and safety guidelines • Performs housekeeping duties as required • Meets all production standards • Run entire cell/area or multiple machines as a machinist • Work in a constant state of alertness • Regular and predictable attendance • Work cooperatively with co-workers MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, WORK AIDES: Computer Measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures Hand tools Lifting devices such as overhead cranes and hoists Engineering drawings and prints Hours worked The Machinist normally works a 40-hour work week. Some overtime may be required to meet production demands. Qualifications: Education, Experience and Skill Required: • Post high school with emphasis on machinist trade • 2 years as a machinist • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings • Ability to work in auto cad • Ability to write CNC programs • Ability to set up and operate manual lathes and other machines according to precise tolerances • Advanced troubleshooting skills • Basic maintenance skills • Ability to work with little or no supervision Internal Candidates: Please note that you must be in your current position for a minimum of 6 months to be eligible to apply for other internal positions. This position is subject to policies and procedures set forth by the State Department and applicants who do not meet such requirements will not be eligible for the position. Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a “U.S. Person”, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position. Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) • Paid Time Off and Holidays • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance • Paid Leaves • Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a $6.5B publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
See More Details >>Our Team’s Employee Value Proposition: This Auburn based plant manufactures Couplings with a growing high functioning team and a safe laid-back work environment. We are committed to a positive culture with a sense of community and opportunities to grow. Job Summary: In this job you will assist with the set-up, programming, operation, and adjustment of conventional or automatic machines such as Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) machines. In this role you will work from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment and read CNC programs. Responsibilities: • Write/edit/modify programs for CNC Machines. • Operate CNC machines according to exact tolerances specified on engineering prints. • Set up and operate manual lathes, saws, cutting tools, slotting tools to meet exact tolerances on engineering prints. • Perform routine inspections and minor maintenance, including housekeeping duties as needed. • Troubleshoot and correct operational and quality issues. • Ensure the machine is following operational and safety guidelines. • Meet all production standards. • Run entire cell/area or multiple machines at a time. • Work in a constant state of alertness with safety always a priority. Education & Experience: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • At least 1-2 years of experience as a fully qualified machinist required. • Emphasis on machinist trade highly preferred. Required Skills & Abilities: • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and prints. • Ability to work in auto cad including work with computers, hand tools and measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers and tape measures. • Ability to write CNC programs. • Ability to set up and operate manual lathes and other machines according to precise tolerances. • Ability to change tooling, set up machines according to required machining sequences. • Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Basic maintenance skills. • Ability to work and run your machine with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements: • A 40-hour work week (Four 10-hour shifts/weekly on average, Monday through Thursday). • Overtime may be required as needed to meet production demands, including working Fridays. • Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching. • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. “Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a “U.S. Person”, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.” Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) • Paid Time Off and Holidays • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance • Paid Leaves • Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Auburn, AL, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, require extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Auburn, AL, machinists earn an average of $1,007 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,934. Educational pathways include apprenticeship programs, postsecondary education, and on-the-job training, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $101,920 annually for experienced professionals.
