At Lace Lithography, we are developing a brand-new production method for manufacturing microchips. We are based in Bergen and Barcelona, backed by some of the world's most ambitious investors. We are looking for an independent and solution-oriented CNC Operator and Workshop Technician.
Here, you will become part of a two-person team alongside our current workshop technician. You will work closely together to run the workshop, brainstorm technical solutions, and deliver critical components to our R&D and hardware teams. This is a distinct R&D and prototyping role.
Daily life with us is dynamic, and you must thrive working in close proximity to our research projects.
We have just ordered a brand-new Heidenhain-controlled 5-axis CNC machine, and we are looking for someone who thrives in the intersection between practical workshop tasks, CAM programming, and creating the prototypes of tomorrow.
Key Responsibilities
- CAM Programming & 5-Axis CNC Machining: Programming and operating our new 5-axis CNC mill to manufacture unique precision components, jigs, and prototypes for the hardware team.
- Close Collaboration with R&D: Working cross-functionally with our research projects to translate ideas and sketches into physical test components on short notice.
- Two-Person Workshop Management: Collaborating on daily operations, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance across CNC equipment, laser cutters, and other machinery.
- Laser Cutting & Welder: Operating laser cutters and laser welder for rapid prototyping and part customization.
- Daily Operations & Maintenance: Ensuring optimal operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance for the CNC machine, laser cutter, and other workshop facilities.
- Inventory Management & Logistics: Goods receipt, organizing the workshop layout, and logging parts and components.
- HSE & Documentation: Ensuring the workshop complies with Norwegian HSE standards, participating in safety inspections (vernerunder), and maintaining equipment service histories.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience with CAM programming and CNC milling.
- Trade certificate as a CNC operator, mechanic, industrial assembler, precision mechanic, or equivalent.
- Practical & Mechanical Experience: Hands‑on experience with troubleshooting and mechanical/electrical machine maintenance.
- Experience with Heidenhain CNC control systems is a clear advantage.
- Driver's License: Class B and forklift certificate.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
We promise to offer you a place among highly motivated Lacers, present you with extremely difficult problems—and have a lot of fun solving them.
- Workplace & culture: Lace operates out of two beautiful, vibrant, and strong‑willed cities. Although we are cities apart, we strive to make the team feel as one.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive salary + equity through our incentive plan.
- €50 monthly gym allowance, weekly team lunches, monthly social events, and annual off‑site with the whole team.
- Quarterly development goals with your manager and your own budget to learn and grow.
- We support relocation and immigration to make joining Lace as smooth as possible.