CNC Programmer Engineer

Manpower, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a CNC Programmer Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimize CNC programs and related fixtures in a manufacturing environment. The role also involves material analysis of plastics, wood, and metal to support product quality improvements.

The engineer will lead programming for CNC equipment, perform capability studies, manage revisions and BOMs, and develop fixtures to streamline manufacturing processes. Strong analytical and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electromechanics, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in related activities.

Responsibilities

• CNC equipment programming and programming of required area equipment; dimensional analysis; root cause analysis for field and production floor issues; production support.
• Conduct Capability Studies for programmed components vs. cutting results.
• Develop and control Engineering Level lists per component, including revisions and dates, ensuring updates in Revisions and BOMs.
• Develop fixtures to improve manufacturing processes.
• Implement templates for release of cut parts (Mylars).
• Recommend specifications and tolerances according to process capabilities.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electromechanics, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields

Tools

Mastercam

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

3D Printing

ERP systems

Job description

The CNC Programmer Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, optimizing, and controlling CNC programs, as well as the fabrication of fixtures. Performs analysis of plastic, wood, and metal materials to support improvements in product quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Other duties may be assigned.)

Percent of Time

• CNC equipment programming and programming of required area equipment; dimensional analysis; design of experiments; root cause analysis for field and production floor issues; production support. 30%
• Conduct Capability Studies for programmed components vs. cutting results. 20%
• Develop and control Engineering Level lists per component, including revisions and dates, ensuring that any required changes are reflected in updated Revisions and BOMs. 10%
• Develop fixtures to improve manufacturing processes. 10%
• Implement templates for release of cut parts (Mylars). 15%
• Recommend specifications and tolerances according to process capabilities. 15%

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as required by company needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electromechanics, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields.

Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in related activities.

COMPUTER AND OTHER SKILLS

Proficient user in Microsoft Office Suite, Mastercam, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and 3D Printing, specifically…. Must be able to prepare reports, performance reviews, worksheets, charts, schedules, procedures, and other data as necessary. ERP system experience helpful. Organized and detail-oriented. Able to present information to a group of co-workers, supervisors, managers or higher-level executives.