About This Role
The Machinist will join a diesel engine machine shop, responsible for crankshaft grinding, engine component machining, inspection, repair, and precision measurement of diesel engine parts. This role suits a candidate with strong technical knowledge of engine rebuilding processes and experience operating a variety of machine shop equipment while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Responsibilities
- Perform precision crankshaft grinding, polishing, and journal restoration according to manufacturer specifications
- Inspect crankshafts for wear, cracks, damage, and dimensional accuracy before and after machining
- Operate and maintain crankshaft grinding machines and related machine shop equipment
- Perform line boring, line honing, cylinder boring, cylinder honing, and resurfacing of engine blocks and cylinder heads
- Recondition connecting rods, main bearing housings, valve seats, valve guides, and other engine components
- Machine flywheels, camshafts, engine blocks, cylinder liners, and other diesel engine parts
- Measure components using micrometers, dial gauges, bore gauges, vernier calipers, and other precision measuring instruments
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, workshop manuals, and machining specifications
- Maintain machining tolerances and ensure all components meet OEM or customer requirements
- Assemble and disassemble diesel engine components when required
- Identify defects and recommend repair or replacement of damaged components
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of workshop machinery and equipment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
- Follow all company safety procedures and quality control standards
- Assist other machine shop personnel with engine rebuilding and machining operations as needed
Requirements
- Diploma, ITI, Technical Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Machining
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a diesel engine machine shop
- Proven experience in crankshaft grinding and engine component machining
- Strong understanding of diesel engine rebuilding procedures
- Ability to read technical drawings and use precision measuring instruments
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Physically fit and capable of handling heavy engine components
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Nice to have:
- Experience working with marine, industrial, heavy equipment, or power generation diesel engines
- Knowledge of engine balancing and alignment