Manufacturing Engineer III- 2150
BH-324617
Posted: 10/02/2026
- $56/hr
- United States South Carolina Greenville
- Contract
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Power Generation, T&D
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T&D
JOB DESCRIPTION
Shot Peen Programmer and Process Development
· Develop and optimize multi-axis motion paths for IPS dual 4-axis gantry machines using Fanuc 30i-B controllers. Utilize "teach-in" modes and manual G-code entry to program complex geometries including turbine wheel dovetail slots and other profiles
· Create and substantiate saturation curves (4-point minimum) to determine saturation time (1T) and ensure peening intensity falls within specified ranges
· Configure and calibrate critical machine parameters including air pressure, turntable RPM, nozzle distance/angles, and shot flow rates via MagnaValve controllers
· Perform 100% coverage validation. Conduct magnified inspections (up to 25x) to identify and prevent surface defects such as bulges, rolled edges, or over-peening on critical thin edges and radii
· Oversee shot classification and maintenance to ensure media meets fracture count and size distribution requirements for Cast Steel or Conditioned Cut Wire media
· Provide expert guidance on fixturing design and masking strategies to protect non-peen areas while allowing for proper "fadeout" in transition zones
· Act as the primary trainer for production operators and other engineers
· Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues.
· Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
· Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed.
· Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
· Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.
· Primary 1st shift coverage with flexibility to support development or training needs during off-shift hours
What will make you stand out
· 3–5 years of specialized experience in automated shot peening, preferably in an aerospace or heavy industrial gas turbine OEM environment
· Proven ability to program Fanuc-based CNC machines and work with process control software (e.g., IPS CIMCAP)
· Deep understanding of Almen strip handling, intensity measurement, and the mathematical derivation of saturation curves
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Shot Peen Programmer and Process Development
· Develop and optimize multi-axis motion paths for IPS dual 4-axis gantry machines using Fanuc 30i-B controllers. Utilize "teach-in" modes and manual G-code entry to program complex geometries including turbine wheel dovetail slots and other profiles
· Create and substantiate saturation curves (4-point minimum) to determine saturation time (1T) and ensure peening intensity falls within specified ranges
· Configure and calibrate critical machine parameters including air pressure, turntable RPM, nozzle distance/angles, and shot flow rates via MagnaValve controllers
· Perform 100% coverage validation. Conduct magnified inspections (up to 25x) to identify and prevent surface defects such as bulges, rolled edges, or over-peening on critical thin edges and radii
· Oversee shot classification and maintenance to ensure media meets fracture count and size distribution requirements for Cast Steel or Conditioned Cut Wire media
· Provide expert guidance on fixturing design and masking strategies to protect non-peen areas while allowing for proper "fadeout" in transition zones
· Act as the primary trainer for production operators and other engineers
· Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues.
· Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
· Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed.
· Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
· Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.
· Primary 1st shift coverage with flexibility to support development or training needs during off-shift hours
What will make you stand out
· 3–5 years of specialized experience in automated shot peening, preferably in an aerospace or heavy industrial gas turbine OEM environment
· Proven ability to program Fanuc-based CNC machines and work with process control software (e.g., IPS CIMCAP)
· Deep understanding of Almen strip handling, intensity measurement, and the mathematical derivation of saturation curves
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.