CNC Programmer III

Eaton; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a CNC Programmer III to generate 3D/2D geometries and NC programs for precision parts, using Mastercam and NC equipment. You will optimize cycles, select cutting tools, and prepare manufacturing dossiers including setup cards and work instructions.

You will run first articles, train operators, and ensure quality data control. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and strict adherence to QMS and traceability.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with 5+ years experience preferred.
• Mastercam hands-on experience.
• Knowledge of NC equipment (lathes and mills).
• Computer usage: advanced.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D/2D geometries from blueprints to generate NC programs.
• Create NC programs for lathes and mills; select cutting tools.
• Define tools, tool holders, inserts, etc.; model tooling geometries.
• Utilize NC equipment and manage programs via DNC system.
• Create manufacturing dossiers, setup cards, and work instructions.
• Use Mastercam for NC programming and run first articles for buy-off.
• Define cycle times for new parts and optimize for existing parts.
• Train and guide operations personnel; ensure QMS and traceability.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Customer service

Self-learning

Continuous improvement

Cycle time optimization

Blueprint reading

Education

Engineering degree or technical degree

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Career Opportunities: CNC Programmer III (70803)

Requisition ID70803-Posted10/20/2026

Eaton welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the work forward. Souriau-Sunbank Connection Technologies is a world leader in the harsh environment interconnects solutions market with a culture of operational excellence. We design; manufacture and market high performance and high reliability interconnect solutions for the aviation, defense, space, energy, and transportation markets.

Job Summary

The CNC Programmer will generate 3D and 2D geometries in order to create CN Program capable to produce parts according to blueprint requirement. Cycle time optimization to existing parts, cutting tools selection, speeds and feeds calculation, manufacturing dossier package generation including setup cards, NC program and work instructions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Development of 3D and 2D geometries according to blueprint.
• Development of NC Programs or lathe and mills.
• Definition of Cutting Tools and geometries (including modeling of tools holders, inserts, drills, etc.).
• NC Equipment utilization.
• Administration and control of NC Programs using DNC system.
• Comply with QMS and Trade Compliance for technical data; keep records of changes and revisions, traceability.
• Creation of manufacturing instructions / Dossier.
• Use of Mastercam for NC programming.
• Provide guidance and training to operations personnel.
• Run first parts following NC program for buy off.
• Cycle time definition for new parts.
• Cycle time optimization for existing parts.
• Continuous improvement on machining operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the use of Mastercam software – hands on.
• Teamwork.
• Effective communicator.
• Customer service.
• Self-learner.
• Continuous improvement.
• Blueprint reading and interpretation of simbology.
• Basic geometry and arithmetic operations knowledge.
• Knowledge and experience in the operation of NC equipment (lathes and mills).

Education/Previous Experience Requirements

• Engineering Degree Preferred or Technical Degree.
• More than 5 years’ experience.
• Computer usage: Advanced.