Lead CNC Programmer - Hot Gas Path

GE Vernova, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Engineer to join the CAD/CAM team in the United States.

You will design and optimize high-efficiency CNC programs for complex multi-axis setups and high-temperature superalloys, using Vericut for virtual validation and NX-CAM for program generation. You will mentor technicians on the shop floor, integrate new multi-million-dollar machines, and drive process improvements to safety, quality and cost.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent with CAM programming experience (3 years) or High School with 6+ years CAM programming experience.
• Experience creating 5-axis programs using CAM (NX preferred).
• Proficiency with high-precision multi-axis machining and machine tool controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize high-efficiency CNC programs for complex multi-axis setups cutting high-temperature superalloys.
• Use Vericut to validate code and optimize toolpaths in a virtual environment before shop floor execution.
• Develop adaptive probing routines and closed-loop machining processes to ensure first-piece success.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers to integrate new multi-million-dollar machines and establish machining standards.
• Mentor floor technicians, troubleshoot setups, and transfer knowledge across the team.
• Generate and support CNC programs for NX-CAM or similar software, covering milling, turning, grinding and EDM as needed.

Skills

5-axis CAM programming

Vericut

NX-CAM

Multi-axis machining

Renishaw probing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Machinist apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc control

Siemens control

Haas control

Okuma control

Vericut software

Job description

Are you passionate about innovation? Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

We operate with a founder's mindset. We deliver innovation with passion, speed, and courage. We continuously challenge our thinking and are empowered to dream big and take smart risks.

As a member of the CAD/CAM team, you will be an active contributor to the factory volume ramp and standardization efforts.

Job Description

The Sandbox: State-of-the-Art Tech & Hardware

You'll have access to an industry-leading hardware and software stack:

CAD/CAM Suite: Siemens NX (5-Axis Continuous Milling, VTL, VBM, HBM, Multi-Axis EDM, etc).

Digital Twin & Virtual Prototyping: 100% simulation coverage utilizing Vericut and Siemens Run My Virtual Machine.

Next-Gen Hardware: Custom 10-ton multi-function grinding machines, massive 5-axis mills, and large VTLs/VBMs up to 2.5m.

Advanced Diagnostics & Automation: Closed-Loop Machining (CLM), custom Renishaw probing routines, Caron Engineering TMaC, and Modal Analysis (tap testing) hardware/software.

What you'll do

• Process Architecture: Design and optimize high-efficiency CNC programs for complex multi-axis setups cutting high-temperature superalloys (Inconel, Rene, and exotic nickels).
• Virtual Prototyping: Use digital twin software (Vericut) to validate code and optimize toolpaths in a risk-free virtual environment before hitting the shop floor.
• Smart Machining: Develop adaptive probing routines, macro programming, and closed-loop machining processes to make complex setups smooth and predictable.
• New Equipment Integration: Partner with Manufacturing Engineers and shop-floor teams to commission new multi-million-dollar machine tools and establish baseline machining standards.
• Cross-Functional Teamwork: Act as a technical mentor and partner on the floor-troubleshooting setups, proving out first-piece components, and sharing knowledge across the team.
• Support large VTL, VMB, 5-axis mill, multi-purpose turn/grind machines up to 2.5m.
• Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing NX-CAM or other software. This could include multi-axis milling, turning, grinding and/or EDM.
• Create programs following standards and qualified machining parameters.
• Provide CNC related support to M.E. (Manufacturing Engineer) and provide operator training during new / rebuilt machine startup and / or process improvements.
• Provide daily operator support in the form of CNC programming and troubleshooting support to the shop floor.
• Support and implement tooling & fixturing requirements associated with CNC machine tools.
• Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC related issues.
• Initiate and lead process improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Provide effective communication to appropriate team members when needed.
• Work effectively as an individual and in a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while embracing and driving positive change inside and outside the organization when appropriate.

What you'll bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree, Associate's Degree, or Machinist Apprentice (or similar) graduate with 3 years of experience with graphical based CAM System CNC Programming [OR] High School Degree w/6 years of experience with graphical based CAM System CNC Programming.

What will make you stand out

• Experience creating 5-axis CNC programs using a CAM (preferably NX) system.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience with high-level machine tool controls including sub-routine(macro), Renishaw probing routine, and variable based programming, as well as CLM (closed loop machining).
• Significant "hands-on" background as a machinist, with the ability to personally setup and prove out complex first-piece programs.
• A track record of managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment (VTLs/VBMs/etc up to 2.5m) where part deflection, work hardening, and thermal stability are critical factors.
• Extensive experience machining nickel-based superalloys (Inconel, Rene, Hastelloy, etc.) common in Heavy Duty Gas Turbine (HDGT) or Aerospace industry.
• Strong problem solving and organization skills, with above average shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
• Experience using Vericut (preferred) or other CNC verification/machine simulation software.
• Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, & Siemens.
• Demonstrated proficiency interpreting drawing requirements.
• Ability to multi-task and productively manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience machining high temperature superalloys found in HDGT or Aerospace components.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging caree