Multi-Axis CNC Process Development Engineer

NE-XT USA; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NE-XT USA is seeking an experienced CNC Process Engineer to create and optimize end-to-end manufacturing processes for high-yield production. You will partner with quality, setup leads, and design engineering to drive NPI through to steady-state production.

You will implement DFM, select tooling and machines, and coach machinists on advanced programming and probing to achieve quality-first execution while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5 years in CNC machining and process engineering with hands-on programming and setup.
• Mastery of multi-axis milling (3-,4-,5-axis) and mill-turn lathes.
• Fluent reading of drawings/specs and GD&T (Y14.5).
• Experience with metrology tools and inspection practices.
• Lean/CI track record and root-cause problem solving.
• Team-first communicator across departments.

Responsibilities

• Build CNC processes end to end: tooling, fixturing, and multi-axis programming.
• Program with CAD/CAM (SolidWorks, Esprit, Siemens NX) and verify in VERICUT.
• Analyze workflows to boost productivity and standardize best practices.
• Drive root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Produce clear work instructions, setup sheets, and SOPs for operators.
• Coach machinists on probing and macro programming; ensure quality-first execution.
• Lead Lean initiatives—5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen—on the shop floor.
• Maintain safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in every process.

Education

BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related field

Lean/Six Sigma

5 years CNC machining/process engineering

GD&T knowledge

Team collaboration

Tools

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Esprit

VERICUT

Job description

Ready to turn fresh designs into repeatable, high-yield CNC realities?

If you thrive on building first-article success into steady-state production, this role is for you. You'll be the go-to partner for quality engineers, QA, setup leads, machinists, and design engineering---owning CNC process creation, verification, optimization, and documentation for NPI.

Why this role matters

• Own process performance---reduce cycle time, elevate quality, and hit on-time delivery.
• Bring DFM upstream so parts are built for manufacturability from day one.
• Scale smart---choose the right machines, tooling, and technologies to ramp effectively.

What you'll tackle

• Build CNC processes end to end: tooling, fixturing, and multi-axis programming.
• Program with CAD/CAM (SolidWorks, Esprit, Siemens NX) and validate in VERICUT.
• Analyze workflows to boost productivity, slash waste, and standardize best practices.
• Drive root-cause investigations and lock in corrective/preventive actions.
• Produce clear work instructions, setup sheets, and SOPs that operators can trust.
• Coach machinists on probing, macro programming, and quality-first execution.
• Lead Lean initiatives---5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen---across the shop floor.
• Maintain safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in every process.

Do you bring the essentials?

• 5 years in CNC machining/process engineering with hands-on programming and setup.
• Mastery of multi-axis work: 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and multi-axis mill-turn lathes.
• Fluent in reading drawings/specs and applying GD&T (Y14.5).
• Comfortable with metrology tools and measurement systems.
• Lean/CI track record and strong root-cause problem solving.
• Team-first communicator who collaborates across departments.

Nice to have

• BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related field.
• ERP/MRP exposure---Epicor preferred.

Domain strengths

• GD&T
• CNC Programming
• Process Engineering
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Tooling your success

• CNC Mill (3--4 axis VMC): Haas, Okuma, Makino, DMG Mori Seiki, Fanuc
• CNC Lathe (2--4 axis): Haas, Okuma, DMG Mori Seiki
• CNC Swiss Lathe: Tsugami
• CAD: SolidWorks, Siemens NX (NX CAD)
• CAM: Esprit, Siemens NX
• CNC Mill (5 axis VMC): Okuma, Fanuc, DMG Mori Seiki, Haas
• CNC Lathe (5 axis): Okuma, Index, DMG Mori Seiki

Compliance

Must be a U.S. citizen.