NPI CNC Manufacturing Process Engineer

NE-XT USA; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NE-XT USA is seeking a senior CNC Process Engineer to develop robust machining processes for NPI across multi-axis equipment, including tooling, fixtures, and programming.

You will create and validate CNC programs using CAD/CAM platforms, collaborate with design and quality teams to drive manufacturability early, mentor operators, and lead Lean initiatives to eliminate waste while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CNC machining and process engineering.
• Hands-on CNC programming, setup, and operation, including probing and macro programming.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM platforms (SolidWorks CAD, Esprit CAM, Siemens NX CAD/CAM) and VERICUT.
• Deep experience in 3-, 4-, and 5-axis milling and multi-axis mill-turn.
• Ability to interpret drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
• Lean manufacturing and process optimization experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust CNC machining processes for NPI, including tooling, fixtures, and programming.
• Create, refine, and validate CNC programs using CAD/CAM platforms to meet drawings and quality specs.
• Analyze end-to-end workflows to boost throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Partner with design engineers to drive manufacturability early in design.
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis; implement corrective actions.
• Train and mentor machinists and operators on probing, macros, and quality standards.
• Champion Lean initiatives—5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen—to enable continuous improvement.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

CNC programming

Process engineering

Lean manufacturing

Root-cause analysis

GD&T

Probing & macro programming

Multi-axis machining

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

VERICUT

SolidWorks CAD

Esprit CAM

Siemens NX CAD/CAM

Job description

Build What’s Next: A Day in the LifeYou start your morning reviewing cycle-time data from a 5-axis VMC, validate a new toolpath in VERICUT, then huddle with quality engineers, QA, setup personnel, and machinists to align on today’s production priorities. By midday, you’ve optimized fixturing for a multi-axis mill-turn, coached operators on probing and macro programming, and documented updates to setup sheets. The afternoon brings DFM feedback with design engineering on a new release, followed by a quick Kaizen to squeeze waste out of a critical workflow—all while keeping safety, environmental, and regulatory standards front and center.What You’ll DoDevelop and implement robust CNC machining processes for New Product Introduction (NPI), including tooling, fixtures, and programming for multi-axis equipment.Create, refine, and validate CNC programs using CAD/CAM platforms, ensuring they meet drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.Analyze end-to-end workflows to boost throughput, cut cycle times, and eliminate waste.Partner with design engineers to drive manufacturability (DFM) early in the design phase.Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis; implement corrective and preventive actions.Evaluate and select CNC machines, tooling, and technologies appropriate for NPI ramps.Author and maintain process documentation: work instructions, setup sheets, and SOPs.Train and mentor machinists and operators on best practices, probing, macros, and quality standards.Champion Lean initiatives—5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen—to enable continuous improvement.Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and applicable regulatory requirements.Required Qualifications5+ years in CNC machining and process engineering.Hands-on CNC programming, setup, and operation, including probing and macro programming.Proficiency with CAD/CAM (SolidWorks CAD, Esprit CAM, Siemens NX CAD/CAM) and verification with VERICUT.Deep experience in multi-axis machining: 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills, plus multi-axis mill-turn lathes.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer standards.Strong command of GD&T (Y14.5) and blueprint reading.Extensive use of metrology and measurement systems.Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing and process optimization experience.Excellent problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.Clear communicator and effective collaborator across functions.Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or related discipline.ERP/MRP familiarity (Epicor preferred).Core ProficienciesGD&TCNC ProgrammingProcess EngineeringAerospace ManufacturingExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentMachines & Technologies You’ll UseCNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC): Haas, Okuma, Makino, DMG Mori Seiki, FanucCNC Lathe (2–4 axis): Haas, Okuma, DMG Mori SeikiCNC Swiss Lathe: TsugamiCAD: SolidWorks, Siemens NX (NX CAD)CAM: Esprit, Siemens NXCNC Mill (5+ axis VMC): Okuma, Fanuc, DMG Mori Seiki, HaasCNC Lathe (5+ axis): Okuma, Index, DMG Mori SeikiComplianceMust be a U.S. citizen.