Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Programming)

LanceSoft, Inc.; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

LanceSoft, Inc. seeks an experienced CNC Programming Contractor to develop, optimize, and verify CNC programs for complex manufacturing operations using Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controls.

Proficiency with Mastercam, Siemens NX, Esprit 2000 and Vericut is required; macro-based programming experience is essential. The role demands hands-on machining in a high‑precision, heavy‑manufacturing setting, with ability to tutor operators, document processes, and drive continuous improvements while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of manufacturing/operations experience required.
• Hands-on CNC programming in a heavy‑machining environment.
• Experience with macro programming and verification tools.

Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain CNC programs with Mastercam/Siemens NX/Esprit 2000 or equivalent.
• Verify new CNC programs on the shop floor using Vericut.
• Provide operator training during machine startups and process improvements.
• Offer daily CNC programming and troubleshooting support to the shop floor.
• Support tooling and fixturing requirements for CNC tools.
• Create workstation instructions and methods for CNC issues.
• Lead process improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with team members in a matrixed organization.
• Adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment for positive change.

Skills

CNC programming

Macro programming

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

High school diploma or GED + 2 years experience

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens NX

Esprit 2000

Vericut

Inventor

Job description

Relocation Bonus: $5,000 (within 1 week of joining)

Sign-on Bonus and Others: $10,000

Description

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programming Contractor to support complex manufacturing operations by developing, optimizing, and verifying CNC programs for machine controls including Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma, using CAD/CAM platforms such as Mastercam, Siemens NX, and Esprit 2000, along with verification software including Vericut. The ideal candidate will have strong experience programming and troubleshooting advanced macro-based routines, including Fanuc Macro B, Okuma Macros, Renishaw probing macros, and Siemens macros, with the ability to improve machining efficiency, accuracy, and process reliability. Candidates must have hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment and practical machining expertise with exotic materials and large-scale components weighing up to 50,000 lbs. This contractor will also be responsible for developing operator standard work, inspection and quality documentation, and establishing standard tooling consumption rates and minimum inventory requirements to support consistent, production‑ready operations. Strong collaboration skills, process discipline, and the ability to work independently in a high‑precision, heavy‑manufacturing setting are essential.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Generate and maintain CNC programs utilizing Mastercam/Siemens NX/Esprit 2000 or other software. This could include multi‑axis milling, turning and/or grinding.
• Verify new CNC programs prior to release on the shop floor utilizing Vericut.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university (or a high school diploma/GED and at least 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience)
• At least 2 additional years of experience in manufacturing or operations

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with Mastercam/Siemens NX/Esprit 2000 CAM software, Inventor, NX, or other 3D modeling software.
• Basic understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.

EEO Employer

LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Employee Benefits

At LanceSoft, full time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits: