Shot Peen Programmer and Process Development

Overview

Talascend is currently seeking a Shot Peen Programmer and Process Development for a contract opportunity with our client in Greenville, South Carolina
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The role involves developing and optimizing multi-axis motion paths for dual 4-axis gantry machines, programming complex geometries, and ensuring peening intensity falls within specified ranges.

• Develop and optimize multi-axis motion paths for dual 4-axis gantry machines using controllers.
• Utilize 'teach-in' modes and manual G-code entry to program complex geometries including turbine wheel dovetail slots.
• Create and substantiate saturation curves to determine saturation time 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.
• Perform 100% coverage validation and conduct magnified inspections to identify and prevent surface defects.
• Oversee shot classification and maintenance to ensure media meets fracture count and size distribution requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on fixturing design and masking strategies.
• Act as the primary trainer for production operators and other engineers.
• Generate and support workstation instructions for CNC related issues.
• Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Provide effective communication to appropriate team members.
• Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change.

• 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.
• Deep understanding of Almen strip handling, intensity measurement, and the mathematical derivation of saturation curves.

Primary 1st shift coverage with flexibility to support development or training needs during off-shift hours.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.