CNC Programmer & CAD/CAM Engineer - 3-5 Axis NX Expert

Major Tool & Machine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Paid lunches

Flexible 8- or 10-hour schedules

Job summary

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Programmer / CAD/CAM Engineer specializing in CNC programming for large multi-axis machines. You will develop and optimize programs using Siemens NX2506 and Vericut, covering 3-axis, 5-axis, mill-turn, and multi-axis lathe work while collaborating with tooling engineers and manufacturing teams.

The role emphasizes process optimization, productivity improvements, and close integration with tooling, engineering, and shop floor teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of CNC programming experience.
• Expert knowledge of Siemens NX.
• Experience programming 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers.
• Experience programming horizontal and vertical machining centers.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs using Siemens NX for multi-axis machining applications.
• Program 3-axis, 5-axis, horizontal, vertical, and mill-turn centers.
• Verify and simulate CNC programs using Vericut before production.
• Select tooling, cutting strategies, speeds, and feeds for various materials.
• Design and develop custom workholding and fixturing.
• Analyze drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and specifications.
• Optimize existing programs to improve cycle times and reduce setup time.
• Troubleshoot machining processes and programming issues.
• Support production, prototyping, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with tooling engineers, machinists, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

CNC programming

Siemens NX

3-axis machining

5-axis machining

Mill-turn

Education

Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or equivalent experience

Tools

Vericut

Siemens NX2506

Job description

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Programmer / CAD/CAM Engineer specializing in CNC programming for large multi-axis machines. You will develop and optimize programs using Siemens NX2506 and Vericut, covering 3-axis, 5-axis, mill-turn, and multi-axis lathe work while collaborating with tooling engineers and manufacturing teams.

The role emphasizes process optimization, productivity improvements, and close integration with tooling, engineering, and shop floor teams to deliver