Job Description
Job Description
About the Role
At H3X, we are building the most advanced electric motors in the world for sustainable aviation, marine, industrial, and defense applications. At 12 kW/kg continuous, the HPDM family of integrated motor drives is a step change in electric propulsion technology and removes one of the main barriers blocking widespread proliferation of electric and hybrid aircraft. Our motors range in size from 30 kW to 30 MW, include integrated drives, and are 3X lighter than competitors’ systems.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Machinist to join our production & assembly team. This role will primarily focus on precision grinding operations and Rotor Manufacturing for our Integrated Motor Drives. The machinist will be responsible for operating & maintaining grinding equipment, ensuring parts meet specifications, and contributing to the overall quality and efficiency of our assembly operations.
Responsibilities
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Operate & maintain CNC and grinding machines to produce high-precision components & parts
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Interpret engineering drawings & work instructions to ensure parts meet required tolerances
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Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
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Collaborate with engineering, machine shop, and assembly teams to troubleshoot issues and make process improvements
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Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean & organized work environment.
Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma or equivalent; associates degree or technical training in machining / manufacturing preferred
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2 years of experience in machining with hands-on grinding experience strongly preferred
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2 years of experience with CNC or NC machines
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High proficiency with metrology tools
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team setting
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Willingness to work OT and flexible shits
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with G-code
Benefits & Compensation
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Hourly Pay: $28 - $35/hr
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Employee equity incentive plan
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Health insurance: medical, vision, dental, ST & LT disability, and life
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Gym membership stipend (up to $60/month)
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Epic or IKON Ski/Snowboard Pass (up to $869 provided)
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Flexible hours (deliverable-based goals)
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PTO Policy (80 hours per 2000 hours, accrued per hour, PTO can be taken by the hour)
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Relocation package
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Bi-weekly company events
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401k program
The Company
H3X Technologies is a U.S.-based manufacturer of electric motors for sustainable aviation, marine, industrial, and defense applications. They have developed a family of integrated motor drives that can scale in power from 30kW to 30MW with power densities as high as 12 kW/kg and best-in-class efficiency. This high performance is enabled by novel scalable core technology and proprietary manufacturing processes for motor stacking, winding, and assembly. The design, manufacturing, and testing of their products is done in-house at their headquarters in Louisville, Colorado.
H3X’s world-class team is composed of experts from Tesla, SpaceX, GE Aviation, and Siemens with deep knowledge in electric machines, power electronics, material science, control systems, and advanced manufacturing. They take pride in our multidisciplinary approach, relentless dedication, high capital efficiency, and Skunkworks-style execution.
H3X has raised over $30M and has backing from top VC firms and strategic firms including Lockheed Martin, Hanwha, Y Combinator, Cubit Capital, Metaplanet, TechNexus, and Liquid 2 Ventures to deploy capital for rapid scaleup.
H3X is poised to become the world’s leading supplier of advanced electric motors by 2030 to drive deep decarbonization in aviation, marine, and heavy industrial applications and unlock next-generation electrified defense technology to strengthen national security.
H3X is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
You should be proficient in:
- GD&T
- CNC Tooling
- CNC Machine Installation
- G-Code
- Troubleshooting CNC Machines
- Manual Machining Skills
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
- Surface Grinder
- CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
- Jig Grinder
- CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
- CNC Lathe (5+ axis)