Job Overview

The Tool Maker / Technician will analyze specifications, set up and operates machine tools, fits and assemble parts to fabricate components for cutting-edge custom automated manufacturing equipment.  Equipment includes machined components, fabricated parts, and purchased parts such as: robotics, vision systems, pick & place mechanisms, feeders, indexing dials, conveyors, custom drill/tap heads, and custom tooling.
 

A Day In The Life Operate all tool room equipment proficiently. CNC Lathes, Millers, grinders, Bridgeport, manual lathe, grinders  (Some proficiency in CAD a plus) Works with engineers to help develop custom solutions to difficult mechanical problems.  Designs and fabricates and tests proof-of-concept mock-ups to prove out new concepts, and dial-in operating parameters (tool geometry, cutting speeds, feed rates, etc) Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts Calculates dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, jig borer, job grinders, grinder and honing machine, to machine or fabricate parts and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications Smooths flat and contoured surfaces with power grinders, and fits and assembles parts together into assemblies and mechanisms Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances Heat treats tools and parts Brazes and welds (MIG and TIG a plus) parts Metal fabrication – working with sheet metal Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product. Lifts machine parts and positions and secures parts on surface plate or worktable Occasional  involvement in alignment and fabrication of components on custom automation built in house Some day or overnight travel may be required to support the field service at other Hubbell facilities
  What will help you thrive in this role? High School Diploma or GED equivalent  Prefer four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  But the right candidate with less experience may be considered. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to supply concepts such as fractions, percentages and ratios to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Requirements:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms regularly Sit and talk or hear Frequently Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently Lift and or Move up to 100 pounds occasionally Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus required
 

Hubbell Incorporated

 

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

 

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

 

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

 

Hubbell Unified Business Solutions 

 

Hubbell Unified Business Services (HUBS) provides corporate shared services to support all businesses across the enterprise. Functional areas include Engineering, Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance, Legal, IT, Human Resources, Payroll, Environmental Health & Safety, and Compliance. HUBS employees are located around the world.

 

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.