NPI CNC Process Engineer - 5-Axis Machining and Lean Ops

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

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.