Lead CAM Programmer

Sawtst, Llc; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sawtst, Llc is seeking a CAM Programmer Working Leader to oversee the CNC programming team and workflow on site in Maryland. The role combines multiaxis software programming with hands-on floor support, problem solving, and leadership to ensure precise component manufacture.

The candidate will analyze drawings, generate programs and instructions, and coordinate tool selection and process sequencing, while maintaining project cost data and productivity records.

Qualifications

• CAM experience with GibbsCAM and MasterCAM.
• CADD, G-code, and 3D milling proficiency.
• Lathe programming including C- and Y-axis moves.
• Leadership of a project crew (5+ workers).
• Strong GD&T and geometric calculation skills.

Responsibilities

• Code and instruction generation for turning/milling setups.
• Provide floor troubleshooting and support to machinists.
• Evaluate drawings and data to build/adjust machine programs.
• Determine optimal sequencing of shaping operations and tool selection.
• Produce cost estimations and log production details.

Skills

CAM expertise

GD&T

Geometric calculations

Leadership

G-code programming

Floor troubleshooting

Tools

Mori Seiki NL1500

Haas ST-45

Heidenhain iTNC 530

ProtoTrak SMX/SLX

Job description

Description

Hiring is contingent upon award of contract

The CAM Programmer Working Leader oversees the CNC programming team and workflow, ensuring efficient computer-aided manufacturing and precision engineering. This role balances complex multiaxis software programming with active floor-level troubleshooting, team leadership, and mathematical planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Code & Instruction Generation: Write accurate manufacturing programs, create detailed work instructions, and guide turning/milling setup personnel.
• Floor Troubleshooting: Provide active floor support to assist machinery technicians with difficult setups, testing, and debugging.
• Data Analysis: Evaluate solids, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and raw design data; perform complex geometric calculations to build or adjust machine programs.
• Process Sequencing: Determine the optimal sequence of shaping operations and select appropriate cutting tools.
• Project Controls: Produce cost estimations and log production details into the central project database.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• CAM Expertise: Minimum 5 years of experience involving:
  • Commercially available CAM tools including GibbsCAM and MasterCAM.
  • CADD, G-code, and 3D milling.
  • Lathe programming utilizing C-axis and Y-axis movements.
  • Project crew leadership (5+ workers), estimation planning, and floor safety oversight.
• Mathematical & Geometric Proficiency: 10 years of experience utilizing algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Advanced Equipment Capability: 10 years of advanced programming using G-code and canned cycles across the following hardware assets:
  • Lathes: Mori Seiki NL1500 (MSX Control), Haas ST-45 (Haas Control), Fortune VTurn 26 (Fanuc OT Control), Haas TL-1 (Haas Control).
  • Machining Centers/Mills: Haas VF4, VF2, EC1600; Doosan MV4020, MYNX 5400; Olympia Horizontal Mill HT140x100 (Heidenhain iTNC 530 Control); ProtoTrak with SMX/SLX controls.
• Administrative Skills: General computer literacy, including professional email communications and technical file management.

**Secret Clearance Required**