Overview
On Site
USD 70.00 - 71.00 per hour
Contract - Independent
Skills
Innovation
Process Improvement
IT Management
Technical Direction
Collaboration
Optimization
Mentorship
Risk Management
Documentation
Process Analysis
Capital Expenditures
Quoting
Siemens
Unigraphics NX
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Project Planning
Communication
Quality Control
Management
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Government Contracting
Machining
Manufacturing
Writing
Editing
PMP
Project Management
Privacy
Marketing
Job Details
Location: Louisville, KY
Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly - $71.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Job Title: Sr Principal Engineer
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Louisville, KY
Max Pay Rate: $71.62/hr
About the Role
We are seeking a Sr Principal Engineer to lead machining innovation and process improvement across a high-impact production environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional who thrives in cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership.
You'll be responsible for driving strategic technical initiatives, mentoring teams, and resolving complex manufacturing challenges. The position offers a balanced work-life schedule, including a 9/80 workweek with every other Friday off.
Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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Contact:
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!
Salary: $70.00 USD Hourly - $71.00 USD Hourly
Description:
Job Title: Sr Principal Engineer
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Louisville, KY
Max Pay Rate: $71.62/hr
About the Role
We are seeking a Sr Principal Engineer to lead machining innovation and process improvement across a high-impact production environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional who thrives in cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership.
You'll be responsible for driving strategic technical initiatives, mentoring teams, and resolving complex manufacturing challenges. The position offers a balanced work-life schedule, including a 9/80 workweek with every other Friday off.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic technical direction on complex engineering projects.
- Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to integrate machining processes.
- Lead development and optimization of machining processes, tooling, and fixtures.
- Mentor engineers and technicians; influence technical decisions across teams.
- Identify and resolve technical issues related to machining, equipment, and product quality.
- Develop risk mitigation strategies for machining operations and new technologies.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for process analysis and historical records.
- Drive capital expenditure projects for equipment upgrades and factory setup.
- Support quoting efforts including ROMs and BOEs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related technical discipline.
- Extensive knowledge of machining processes, equipment, tooling, and materials.
- Proficiency in Siemens NX for design and machining programming.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in project planning and execution.
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Familiarity with quality control procedures and industry standards.
- Ability to plan and manage production schedules.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Project).
- Experience in capital project management and equipment implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in defense or government contracting.
- Ability to program multi-head configurations.
- 10+ years in machining and manufacturing environments.
- Expertise in programming complex 3, 4, and 5-axis mills and multi-axis lathes.
- Experience with writing/editing Post Processors.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management experience
By providing your phone number, you consent to: (1) receive automated text messages and calls from the Judge Group, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively "Judge") to such phone number regarding job opportunities, your job application, and for other related purposes. Message & data rates apply and message frequency may vary. Consistent with Judge's Privacy Policy, information obtained from your consent will not be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. Reply STOP to opt out of receiving telephone calls and text messages from Judge and HELP for help.
Contact:
This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Please apply with us today!
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