Fusion 360 Cam Engineer

xcloud manufacturing services; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

xcloud manufacturing services in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer / CAM Engineer to develop efficient CNC programs and plan machining processes. You will optimize cycle times, select tools, and support production activities for precision components.

The ideal candidate should have CAM programming experience, GD&T knowledge, and hands-on work with VMC operations. Autodesk Fusion CAM is preferred, and 0–2 years of relevant experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in precision component machining and batch manufacturing.
• Hands-on CAM programming and toolpath simulation using Fusion CAM.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC milling programs using Autodesk Fusion CAM.
• Review drawings, 3D models, and GD&T requirements for makes.
• Plan machining sequences, setups, datum selection, and workholding.
• Select cutting tools, tool holders, speeds, feeds, and strategies.
• Run CAM simulations and verify toolpaths before production release.
• Support setup, first-piece inspection, and prove-out.
• Troubleshoot chatter, wear, and surface finish issues.
• Optimize cycle times and tool life to reduce costs.
• Prepare setup sheets, tool lists, and machining instructions.
• Maintain CAM files, revisions, and templates.
• Coordinate with production and quality to meet drawings.

Skills

CNC programming

CAM programming

Fusion CAM

GD&T

Tooling selection

Milling

VMC

3-axis milling

Education

Diploma or BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Fusion CAM

Job description

Role & responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / CAM Engineer to join our CNC machining facility in Bengaluru. The candidate will be responsible for developing efficient CNC machining programs, planning machining processes, selecting cutting tools, optimizing cycle times and supporting production activities.

The ideal candidate should have practical knowledge of CNC milling and machining processes, engineering drawings, tooling, workholding and CAM programming. Experience with Autodesk Fusion is preferred.

• Develop and optimize CNC milling programs using Autodesk Fusion CAM.
• Review engineering drawings, 3D models, dimensions, tolerances and GD&T requirements.
• Plan machining sequences, setups, datum selection and workholding strategies.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, tool holders, cutting speeds, feeds and machining strategies.
• Perform CAM simulation and verify toolpaths before releasing programs to production.
• Support CNC machine setup, first-piece inspection and program prove-out.
• Troubleshoot machining issues such as chatter, tool wear, dimensional variation and poor surface finish.
• Optimize cycle times, improve tool life and reduce machining costs.
• Prepare setup sheets, tool lists, machining instructions and relevant process documentation.
• Maintain organized CAM files, program revisions and standard machining templates.
• Coordinate with production and quality teams to ensure components meet drawing specifications.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma or BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in precision component machining and batch manufacturing.
• Experience with VMC operations and 3-axis milling; 3+2-axis programming is an advantage.
• Experience creating standardized CAM templates and improving programming efficiency.
• Knowledge of CNC turning and multi-operation machining is an advantage.
• 0-2 years of experience in CNC programming or manufacturing engineering.
• Hands-on experience with CNC milling and machining operations.
• Practical knowledge of CAM programming and toolpath simulation.
• Autodesk Fusion CAM experience preferred.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T and machining tolerances.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, tool holders, workholding and machining parameters.
• Ability to identify machining problems and develop practical solutions.
• Understanding of dimensional inspection and quality requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage programming assignments.