CAD/CNC Programmer — Precision Nesting for CNC

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA

Wellness stipend

Paid holidays

Dental & vision coverage

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking a CAD Programmer in the Chicago area to convert customer drawings into NC files using CAD and nesting software for CNC equipment. You will support production with accurate programming, documentation, and tooling design, reporting to the Operations Manager.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in CAD programming in manufacturing, strong GD&T skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. This on-site role offers competitive benefits in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years CAD programming in an industrial setting.
• Two-year technical degree in CAD/Programming or equivalent.
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate CAD and CNC software to create and manage NC files.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T to generate engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with customers, sales, and production teams.
• Import CAD files into nesting software to generate NC files for CNC equipment.
• Nest parts on sheets to optimize material utilization.
• Program CNC equipment and document revisions.
• Assist with tooling and fixtures design.
• Maintain program files and setup sheets.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements.

Skills

CAD programming

Nesting software

CNC programming

GD&T interpretation

Drawing interpretation

Education

Two-year technical degree in CAD/Programming

Tools

CAD software

CNC programming software

Job description

Kloeckner Metals - Americas is seeking a CAD Programmer in the Chicago area to convert customer drawings into NC files using CAD and nesting software for CNC equipment. You will support production with accurate programming, documentation, and tooling design, reporting to the Operations Manager.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in CAD programming in manufacturing, strong GD&T skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. This on-site role offers competitive benefits in a manufacturing environment.