Surface Engineering

🔎At a Glance

Company Name: Surface Engineering
Location: Sunnyvale, California
Shop Type: Precision Manufacturer / OEM / Production Environment
Industries Served: Semiconductor, Precision Motion Systems, Wafer Processing, Advanced Manufacturing
Typical Work: Repeat production, long-term programs, complex precision components
Machining Capabilities: 5-Axis CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Mill-Turn, Precision Grinding, Multi-Axis Machining, Automation
Materials: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Specialty Materials
Certifications: Quality-driven manufacturing processes and advanced inspection systems
Shift Environment: Primarily 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | Flexible start schedules available

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About Surface Engineering

Surface Engineering is a high-precision manufacturing company located in Sunnyvale, California, supporting advanced industries where precision and repeatability are critical. Operating in Silicon Valley since 1976, Surface Engineering specializes in manufacturing precision motion systems and components used in semiconductor equipment and demanding industrial applications.

Unlike a traditional high-mix job shop, Surface Engineering operates with more repeat production and long-term manufacturing programs while still producing highly challenging work. The company manufactures equipment and systems for end customers and increasingly performs more of its machining operations internally.

As the business continues to expand, Surface Engineering has invested heavily in advanced machining technology, programming capabilities, and automation initiatives to support increasingly complex manufacturing demands.

The result is a shop environment where machinists can work on challenging technical projects while enjoying the stability that often doesn't exist in traditional job-shop environments.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

Machinists at Surface Engineering work on:

Part Types:

• Precision motion system components
• Semiconductor equipment components
• Complex round components with extensive milled features
• Ultra-precision spindle and tooling applications
• Diamond tooling and specialty precision components

Production Style:

• Repeat manufacturing programs
• Highly engineered components
• Complex machining with long-term production needs

Typical Work Environment:

• Programmer/setup ownership opportunities
• Advanced setup and process development
• Strong engineering and quality support
• Process improvement and automation exposure

Materials Machined:

• Aluminum (~75%)
• Titanium
• Stainless steel

Many parts contain hundreds of features and require advanced machining strategies, precision fixturing, and careful process development. Surface Engineering values curious machinists who enjoy solving difficult manufacturing problems.

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Machining Capabilities

• CNC Milling (3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis)
• CNC Turning
• Mill-Turn Machining
• Precision Grinding
• Multi-Axis Machining
• Automation & Robotic Integration
• Prototype and Production Manufacturing
• Complex Feature Machining
• Precision Finishing

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CNC Equipment

Multi-Axis / Advanced Machines

• Okuma MULTUS mill-turn platform
• Hermle C600U
• DMG DMU 100 Micro Precision
• Fanuc robotic automation systems

CNC Lathes / Precision Turning

• Six diamond turning lathes
• Multi-axis turning equipment

Support Equipment

• Temperature-controlled manufacturing environment
• Advanced inspection and metrology systems
• Dedicated quality department support

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Software & Programming

CAM Software:

• Esprit
• Fusion 360

Controls:

• Okuma OSP-300
• Siemens 840D
• Heidenhain / TNC environments

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Quality, Inspection & Manufacturing Standards

Surface Engineering maintains strict manufacturing standards supported by:

• Strong quality department
• Advanced metrology systems
• First-article and in-process inspections
• Highly process-driven manufacturing workflows
• Extremely tight-tolerance machining environments

Teams regularly work within highly demanding precision requirements and continuously refine manufacturing processes for repeatability and consistency.

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Why Machinists Choose to Work at Surface Engineering

Machinists here value:

• Average employee tenure of approximately 7 years, with some employees staying 30+ years
• Stable workflow with repeat production
• Temperature-controlled environment
• Weekly pay
• Profit sharing
• Twice-yearly performance bonuses of up to 5% each
• Exposure to advanced machining and automation
• Opportunities to grow into setup, programming, and technical leadership roles

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Open CNC Machinist Jobs

Surface Engineering is currently hiring for:

• Okuma MULTUS CNC Machinist / Programmer
• 5-Axis CNC Machinist / Programmer
• CNC Lathe Machinist – 2-Axis Turning

👉 View current CNC machining jobs at Surface Engineering