CNC CAD/CAM Programmer

Location: Newport News, VA
Duration: Full-Time, Contract to Hire
Shift Schedule: 1st shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM EST)
Pay Rate: Starts at $25.00/Hour and may be higher depending on experience.

CNC CAD/CAM Programmer will be responsible for creating and maintaining accurate CNC programs and current file revisions for client parts. Interpreting engineering blueprints to develop flat pattern layouts, collaborate directly with clients’ engineering teams, and reverse engineering parts to support manufacturing needs.

This involves selecting appropriate machines, tools, and materials to ensure cost-effective production, as well as designing and coordinating procurement where needed.

Furthermore, prepare detailed work instructions, including standardized set-up sheets and assembly guidelines, while utilizing CAD/CAM software to optimize run times and programming efficiency.

Program and maintain current file revisions of all client parts;

Interpret engineering blueprints to draw (program) flat pattern layouts of parts;

Work with clients’ engineers;

Reverse engineer parts for manufacturing;

Make machine & tooling selections to manufacture parts in the most cost effective manner;

Design and request procurement of tools necessary;

Prepare detailed standardized work instructions and set-up sheets;

Utilize CAD/CAM software to continuously improve run time and programming time.

Experience and Ability to work in a fast paced & customer service oriented environment is a MUST!

Amada ENSIS 3015 AJZ 9000 Watt Fiber Laser

Amada EM3612ZRT 33-Ton Turret Punch Press with High Capacity Tool Rack and Automatic Tool Changer

Amada EML 2515 Aje Turret Punch/Laser Combination

Mazak Laser Champion 510

Amada Dr ABE & Sheetworks

TekSoft

Solidworks

Attention to Detail.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, and their applications.

Critical Thinking to solve complex probems

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production & interpretation of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models, specifically for sheet metal fabrication.

Knowledge of raw materials used in sheet metal fabrication, production processes, bend deductions, turret punch press tooling, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods.

Time Management

Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and thoroughly completing all tasks.

Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Engineering – Engineering experience / background with strong mechanical aptitude is helpful.

Min 3 years working with programming CNC Punch Press for Sheet Metal Fabrication.

Experience programming for CNC Laser also, is preferred but not required.

Knowledgeable on various precision CNC machinery and principles, fabrication and machining practices, the properties of materials, and the application of mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.

Capable of efficiently integrating existing methods with innovation to economically solve production problems in a timely manner.

Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Working knowledge of SolidWorks -you must have used this for sheet metal fabrication; CAMWorks; and a computerized nesting software preferably SigmaNEST.

Ability to understand G Codes including ability to write, edit and troubleshoot production and technical issues.