CNC Programmer (Router Machines)

Sunreef Yachts; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 112,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sustainable projects

Growth-oriented environment

Exposure to international standards

Job summary

Sunreef Yachts is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer with hands-on experience in CNC router machining for marine and large-scale manufacturing. You will create, optimize, and validate CNC programs to achieve high-precision results and efficient production.

Responsibilities include developing programs with CAM software, generating toolpaths, simulations, and supporting multi-axis machines. The role emphasizes accuracy, documentation, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading CAD files and engineering drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on CNC machine operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs for router machines using CAM software (PowerMill preferred).
• Generate toolpaths, perform simulations, and troubleshoot errors prior to production.
• Support and operate multi-axis CNC machines.
• Optimize programs for cycle time, material efficiency, and machining quality.
• Execute full machine setup, including tooling, fixtures, and calibration.
• Monitor machining operations and adjust parameters for accuracy and quality.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Maintain clear documentation for revisions and machining processes.
• Follow company safety standards and operational procedures.

Skills

CAD reading

Troubleshooting

CNC operation

5-axis machining

Tools

PowerMill

AutoCAD

Alphacam

SolidWorks

Job description

Ob Summary

We are seeking a skilled CNC Programmer with hands‑on experience in CNC router machining. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating, optimizing, and validating CNC programs to ensure high‑precision machining for marine, composite, and large‑scale manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs for router machines using CAM software (PowerMill preferred)
• Generate toolpaths, perform simulations, and troubleshoot errors prior to production
• Support and operate multi‑axis CNC machines
• Optimize programs for cycle time, material efficiency, and machining quality
• Execute full machine setup, including tooling, fixtures, and calibration
• Monitor machining operations and adjust parameters for accuracy and quality
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Maintain clear documentation for revisions and machining processes
• Follow company safety standards and operational procedures

Requirements

• 2-5 years of CNC programming experience (router experience preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in PowerMill for CNC programming
• Intermediate knowledge of AutoCAD for interpreting technical drawings
• Working knowledge of Alphacam is an added advantage
• Basic familiarity with SolidWorks (beneficial)
• Strong ability to read CAD files and engineering drawings
• Basic troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with 5‑axis machining is an advantage
• Experience with 3‑axis and C‑axis machining is valuable

Preferred Skills

• Experience in marine, boat building, composite, or tooling industries
• Knowledge of 5‑axis machining and advanced CAM workflows
• Hands‑on CNC machine operation
• Experience using Alphacam and similar CAM environments
• Furniture or wood‑working CNC machining experience (added advantage)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on innovative and sustainable projects
• Supportive and growth-oriented work environment
• Exposure to international standards and advanced technologies