Manufacturing Engineer IV – CNC Programming

WCL Group; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WCL Group in Greenville, SC is seeking a highly skilled CNC Programmer to design and optimize high-efficiency, multi-axis programs for complex machining of high-temperature alloys. You will work on Siemens NX, Vericut, and advanced grinding machines on-site, collaborating with manufacturing engineers to commission equipment and set standards.

The role includes mentoring on the shop floor, validating tooling and toolpaths in digital twin, and ensuring safety and craftsmanship in every setup.

Qualifications

• 4+ years offline CAM programming for 4/5-axis milling and multi-axis grinding.
• Experience machining high-temperature alloys and heavy structural parts with modern controls.
• Proficiency with Renishaw macros and on-machine probing; strong safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize CNC programs for complex multi-axis setups using high-temperature superalloys.
• Validate code in Vericut digital twin before shop-floor execution.
• Develop adaptive probing routines and closed-loop machining processes.
• Commission new multi-million-dollar machine tools and establish machining standards.
• Mentor floor teams and share knowledge across the cross-functional team.

Skills

4- and 5-axis milling

Offline CAM programming

Machining high-temp alloys

Safety mindset

Tools

Siemens NX CAM

Vericut

Run My Virtual Machine

Renishaw probing

Caron TMaC

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The client you will be working for is a Fortune 500 Energy and Industrial Technology Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy transition sector with a company that is a globally recognized leader in power generation, wind energy, electrification, and grid solutions — and one of the most storied industrial brands in the world.

LOCATION

Greenville, South Carolina 29615

COMPENSATION

$55-$62 per hour

SCHEDULE

Fully on-site, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

CONTRACT TERM

1 year contract with a high likelihood of extension or conversion to full-time.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This role designs and optimizes high-efficiency CNC programs for complex multi-axis machining setups cutting high-temperature superalloys, using an industry-leading hardware and software stack including Siemens NX, Vericut digital twin/virtual prototyping, custom multi-function grinding machines, large 5-axis mills, and closed-loop machining automation. The role partners closely with Manufacturing Engineers and shop-floor teams to commission new equipment, establish machining standards, and serve as a technical mentor on the floor.

TECHNOLOGY & EQUIPMENT

• 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience programming 4 and 5-axis continuous milling, large VTLs, or multi-axis grinding systems using graphical CAM software (Siemens NX strongly preferred).
• 4 years minimum experience with offline programming in a CAM system.
• Experience machining high-temperature alloys or heavy structural parts, along with familiarity with modern controls (Siemens Sinumerik, Fanuc, Okuma, or Haas).
• Experience with on-machine probing, including Renishaw macros.
• A quality and safety mindset — pride in craftsmanship that prioritizes method setup, process stability, and safety over rushed code.