CNC Programmer III

NCSL International; Town of Orchard Park, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NCSL International in Orchard Park, NY is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer III to provide senior technical leadership in CNC machining strategy, process development, and crossfunctional manufacturing initiatives.

The role focuses on complex program development, scalable manufacturing solutions, and highlevel problem resolution, with mentorship for engineers and operators and a drive to advance manufacturing readiness and capability.

Qualifications

• Expert-level ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD models.
• Master CNC programming, multiaxis machining, and tooling strategy.
• Ability to lead crossfunctional problem-solving and implement corrective actions.
• Strong communication and leadership, with design review and supplier interaction experience.
• Advanced understanding of metrology, CMM programming, and tolerance validation.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM systems and digital manufacturing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop machining strategies for highly complex components requiring multiaxis machining and tight tolerance control.
• Develop complete operational routers in ERP systems and mentor other engineers on the process.
• Lead the development of longterm tooling platforms, modular fixtures, and scalable machining solutions.
• Establish CNC programming standards, best practices, and CAM library structures.
• Manage highimpact continuous improvement projects affecting throughput, cost, safety, or quality.
• Support engineering design for manufacturability, providing input on part geometry and tolerance schemes.
• Serve as a senior resource for resolving complex machining, programming, or quality issues.
• Maintain expertise in emerging machining technologies, tooling innovations, and digital manufacturing trends.
• Mentor and train engineers, programmers, and machining operators.

Skills

CNC programming

multiaxis machining

process optimization

crossfunctional problem solving

communication and leadership

metrology

CMM programming

statistical methods (SPC)

CAD/CAM workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

12+ years of equivalent experience

Tools

CAD/CAM systems

ERP systems

Job description

CNC Programmer III

US-NY-Orchard Park

Job ID: 2026-18316

# of Openings: 1

Category: Operations

US-NY-Orchard Park-2389

Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer III provides seniorlevel technical leadership in CNC machining strategy, process development, and crossfunctional manufacturing initiatives. This role is responsible for complex program development, scalable manufacturing solutions, and highlevel problem resolution. The engineer guides technical standards, mentors junior staff, and contributes to longterm manufacturing readiness and capability.

Responsibilities

Develop machining strategies for highly complex components requiring multiaxis machining and tight tolerance control.

• Develop complete operational routers in ERP systems and mentor other engineers on the process.
• Lead the development of longterm tooling platforms, modular fixtures, and scalable machining solutions.
• Establish CNC programming standards, best practices, and CAM library structures.
• Manage highimpact continuous improvement projects affecting throughput, cost, safety, or quality.
• Support engineering design for manufacturability, providing input on part geometry and tolerance schemes.
• Serve as a senior resource for resolving complex machining, programming, or quality issues.
• Maintain expertise in emerging machining technologies, tooling innovations, and digital manufacturing trends.
• Mentor and train engineers, programmers, and machining operators.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or 12+ years of equivalent experience.

• Expert-level proficiency interpreting complex engineering documentation, engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD models.
• Demonstrated mastery of CNC programming, multiaxis machining, process optimization, and tooling strategy.
• Ability to lead crossfunctional problemsolving efforts and implement corrective actions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, including participation in design reviews and supplier interactions.
• Advanced understanding of metrology, CMM programming, and tolerance validation.
• Advanced statistical capabilities, including SPC and capability analysis.
• High proficiency with CAD/CAM systems and digital manufacturing workflows.

Desired Requirements

8+ years of advanced programming experience across multiple CAD/CAM platforms.

• Experience developing multistage tooling systems, modular fixtures, and automated setups.
• Experience with new product introduction or manufacturing readiness activities.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification preferred (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Experience implementing new machining technologies or equipment upgrades.

PI287512534