Senior CNC Milling Solutions Engineer

Unify Recruit; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify Recruit is seeking a CNC Applications Engineer with a milling focus in the Charlotte, NC area. You will develop and optimize milling processes, program and demonstrate machines, and lead customer runoff tests while traveling regionally to support projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAM programming, machine demonstrations, training, and close collaboration with sales to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of CNC Applications Engineering or advanced CNC programming experience.
• Strong experience with 3-axis and 5-axis milling.
• Experience with CNC lathes or mill-turn machines is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with CAM software such as Mastercam, NX CAM, HyperMill, Fusion 360, or similar.
• Strong understanding of FANUC controls and modern CNC machining practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining processes and improve cycle times.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for customer applications.
• Program, prove out, and demonstrate CNC milling machines.
• Conduct machine runoff demonstrations and customer acceptance testing.
• Train customers on machine operation, programming, and best machining practices.
• Provide technical support before and after machine installation.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify and develop manufacturing solutions for customers.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to support customer projects and demonstrations.

Skills

strong milling background

CNC machining knowledge

customer-facing

Tools

Mastercam

NX CAM

HyperMill

Fusion 360

Job description

Unify Recruit is seeking a CNC Applications Engineer with a milling focus in the Charlotte, NC area. You will develop and optimize milling processes, program and demonstrate machines, and lead customer runoff tests while traveling regionally to support projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAM programming, machine demonstrations, training, and close collaboration with sales to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.