CAM Programmer (Mastercam)

Latitude Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Latitude Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking a skilled CAM Programmer with strong Mastercam experience to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for precision machining. You will translate engineering designs into efficient machining instructions, optimize cycle times, and ensure high-quality production output. The role involves creating programs, selecting tooling, simulating toolpaths, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve machining issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAM programming using Mastercam for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines.
• Ability to translate engineering designs into efficient machining instructions and optimize cycle times.

Responsibilities

• Create new CNC programs from scratch using Mastercam for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to develop accurate machining strategies.
• Select tooling, cutting parameters, and sequences to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Simulate and verify toolpaths to prevent collisions and ensure program accuracy before release to production.
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production teams to troubleshoot machining issues.
• Revise and optimize existing programs to reduce cycle times and improve tool life.
• Support setup personnel with tooling lists, setup sheets, and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and GD&T requirements.
• Assist in fixture design and workholding solutions to improve manufacturability.
• Maintain organized program files and documentation for repeatability and traceability.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining knowledge

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled CAM Programmer with strong experience in Mastercam to develop, optimize, and maintain CNC programs for precision machining operations. This role is responsible for translating engineering designs into efficient machining instructions, improving cycle times, and ensuring high-quality production output.

Responsibilities:

• Create new CNC programs from scratch using Mastercam for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to develop accurate machining strategies
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting parameters, and machining sequences to optimize efficiency and quality
• Simulate and verify toolpaths to prevent collisions and ensure program accuracy before release to production
• Collaborate with machinists, engineers, and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve machining issues
• Revise and optimize existing programs to reduce cycle times and improve tool life
• Support setup personnel with tooling lists, setup sheets, and process documentation
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and tight tolerances, including GD&T requirements
• Assist in fixture design and workholding solutions to improve manufacturability
• Maintain organized program files and documentation for repeatability and traceability