Precision Machining Programming Engineer

CCT Manufacturing Solutions; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-the-job training

Professional development

Benefits after 60 days

Job summary

CCT Enterprises in Auburn, IN is seeking a Precision Machining Programming Engineer to design, program, and refine CNC processes for new parts, including tooling, strategy, and setup sheets. You will program lathes, Swiss turning machines, and milling centers; perform hands-on setups and prove-outs, review drawings, and develop clear work instructions.

The role demands a collaborative, detail-oriented problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to leverage automation and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CNC manufacturing.
• Expertise in turning, Swiss machining, and/or milling.
• CNC setup and programming experience.
• Mastercam and/or ABILE programming.
• CAD: 2D/3D; VISI and/or SolidWorks a plus.
• Feeds/speeds, tooling, workholding knowledge.
• Manufacturing costs and precision production knowledge.
• Quality exposure: APQP, PPAP, ISO, CAR, SPC.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving excellence.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Nice to have: automation/robotics experience.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end machining processes for new parts—from strategy and tooling to code and setup sheets.
• Program CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and milling centers; perform hands-on setups and prove-outs.
• Diagnose and resolve production issues by finding root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Boost throughput and repeatability by optimizing cycle times, tool life, and workholding approaches.
• Author and maintain clear work instructions and process documentation.
• Train operators and setup personnel on new and updated processes.
• Review drawings, tolerances, materials, and requirements to determine the most effective manufacturing method.
• Support quoting by estimating cycle times, tooling needs, and process steps for potential new work.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities and continuous improvements.
• Partner with Quality and Production to sustain capable, stable production runs.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining experience

Automation/AI tooling adoption

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Mastercam

ABILE

VISI

SolidWorks

Job description

Why This Role MattersPrecision parts don’t make themselves—robust processes do. As a Precision Machining Programming Engineer at CCT Enterprises, you will architect, program, and refine CNC processes so our team can produce quality components efficiently and consistently.What You Will DoDesign end-to-end machining processes for new parts—from strategy and tooling to code and setup sheets.Program CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and milling centers; perform hands-on setups and prove-outs.Diagnose and resolve production issues by finding root causes and implementing corrective actions.Boost throughput and repeatability by optimizing cycle times, tool life, and workholding approaches.Author and maintain clear work instructions and process documentation.Train operators and setup personnel on new and updated processes.Review drawings, tolerances, materials, and requirements to determine the most effective manufacturing method.Support quoting by estimating cycle times, tooling needs, and process steps for potential new work.Identify and implement automation opportunities and continuous improvements.Partner with Quality and Production to sustain capable, stable production runs.What We’re Looking ForHands-on engineer with strong CNC programming and machining experience.Self-starter who takes ownership and drives projects from concept to production.Collaborative teammate who communicates effectively across Production, Quality, Sales, and leadership.Detail-oriented mindset anchored in quality systems and disciplined methods.Comfort operating in a dynamic, growing environment with shifting priorities.Excited to leverage automation and AI-assisted tools to accelerate programming and process development.Qualifications5+ years in CNC manufacturing.Expertise in turning, Swiss machining, and/or milling.CNC setup and programming experience required.Programming: Mastercam and/or ABILE preferred.CAD: 2D/3D capability; VISI and/or SolidWorks a plus.Strong command of feeds/speeds, tooling, workholding, process design, and materials.Knowledge of manufacturing costs and efficient precision component production.Quality exposure: APQP, PPAP, ISO, CAR, SPC.Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving excellence.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.Nice to have: automation/robotics experience.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Paid time offEducation assistance / tuition reimbursementOn-the-job training and professional developmentBenefits start after 60 days of employmentSchedule & LocationFull-Time – First ShiftOn-Site in Auburn, IndianaCompensationCompensation is based on experience, technical capabilities, and qualifications.Technical ProficiencyCNC ProgrammingMastercamPrimary Software/TechMastercam