Senior CNC Process Engineer Lead – 4/5-Axis Machining

Sanmina; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sanmina is seeking a CNC Machining Process Engineering Manager to lead the design and implementation of complex machining processes for very large, high-precision parts using 4- and 5-axis CNC machines and CAD/CAM tools. You will drive NPI, DFM/DFC feedback, and manufacturing quality through robust process design and in-process inspection routines.

This role offers a path toward Senior Engineering or Operations Management within a plant leadership team, with opportunities to grow across

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical work experience.
• Expert-level understanding of 4- and 5-axis machining and CAD/CAM software tools.
• Proficient user of Excel, PowerPoint and similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead CNC programming team and develop routers and work instructions.
• Direct NPI process with internal and external stakeholders to meet cost, schedule, and performance specs.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce cycle times, increase first-pass yields, and improve machine utilization.
• Maintain process documentation and RCCA-driven problem solving to ensure quality.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

4-axis machining

5-axis machining

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Sanmina is seeking a CNC Machining Process Engineering Manager to lead the design and implementation of complex machining processes for very large, high-precision parts using 4- and 5-axis CNC machines and CAD/CAM tools. You will drive NPI, DFM/DFC feedback, and manufacturing quality through robust process design and in-process inspection routines.

This role offers a path toward Senior Engineering or Operations Management within a plant leadership team, with opportunities to grow across