Senior CAM Tooling Engineer: Lead CNC & Post-Processors

Current Jobs; Bradfield; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) invites applications for the Senior Tooling Engineer position at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility in Bradfield, NSW. The role leads CAM programming, post‑processors development, and CNC machining optimization to deliver world-class outcomes across the facility.

Based in Bradfield on‑site, you will mentor workshop staff, collaborate with Applications, Workshop and Process Control teams, and drive continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• CAM programming and machining experience essential.
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lead and mentor workshop staff and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAM programming, post‑processor development, and CNC machining optimization.
• Set up, operate and maintain CNC machines, tooling and fixturing.
• Develop machining processes, tooling strategies, and inspection methods.
• Mentor workshop and junior engineering staff and collaborate with Applications/Process Control teams.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining

Engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Autonomy

Adaptability

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CAM software

Post-processors

Job description

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) invites applications for the Senior Tooling Engineer position at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility in Bradfield, NSW. The role leads CAM programming, post‑processors development, and CNC machining optimization to deliver world-class outcomes across the facility.

Based in Bradfield on‑site, you will mentor workshop staff, collaborate with Applications, Workshop and Process Control teams, and drive continuous improvement and