Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer / Programmer

Ascendo Resources; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 112,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid healthcare

Vacation: 2 weeks + 5 sick days

Direct exposure to ownership

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Franklin Lakes, NJ is seeking a Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer to program and optimize 5-axis CNC machining centers. Candidates should have over 10 years of CNC experience, strong G-code, Mastercam, and AutoCAD skills, along with a background in precision machining. This hands-on role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including direct exposure to ownership, enabling meaningful contributions to the business.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in CNC machining/programming, especially with 5-axis.
• Strong background in precision machining within medical, aerospace, or defense sectors.
• Leadership qualities and ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and optimize 5-axis CNC machining centers.
• Troubleshoot CNC and robotic automation issues in real time.
• Conduct inspections to ensure ISO 13485 standards.

Skills

CNC machining/programming

G-code

Mastercam

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Robotic loading systems

Job description

Overview

Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer / Programmer — Franklin Lakes, NJ — Onsite | $125K+ Benefits | Direct to Ownership

We’re not looking for a button pusher. We’re looking for a rock star — someone who owns their craft, thrives on precision, and wants to be a visible leader in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll program, set up, and optimize 5-axis CNC machining centers while also mentoring machinists and collaborating with R&D, engineering, and production. You’ll report directly to ownership — giving you influence, recognition, and the ability to make lasting improvements to the shop floor and the business.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and run CNC-controlled milling centers (focus on 5-axis).


• Partner with R&D and engineering on complex, high-tolerance components.


• Troubleshoot CNC and robotic automation issues in real time.


• Lead process optimization to improve cycle times and reduce waste.


• Mentor and support machinists/operators in advanced processes.


• Conduct inspections using precision measuring tools to ensure ISO 13485 standards.


• Drive continuous improvement across the engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on CNC machining/programming (5-axis required).


• Strong skills in G-code, Mastercam, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.


• Experience with robotic loading systems/automated machining centers.


• Precision machining background in medical device, aerospace, or defense preferred.


• A true leader who thrives under pressure and owns the job — no clock watchers.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $125K+ depending on experience


• Fully paid individual healthcare + family plans at competitive rates


• Vacation: 2 weeks + 5 sick days to start (3 weeks after 7 years)


• Direct exposure to ownership — no red tape, high visibility


• The chance to make your mark in a growing, innovative manufacturing company

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Industries: Robotics Engineering and Engineering Services