Senior CNC Programmer (5-Axis, Mastercam/NX)

Evolving Solution Services; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

SAPA Transmission in Shelby Township, MI, is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer with experience in Mastercam, Siemens NX, or similar CAD/CAM systems. You will define machine programming and optimize machining processes for next‑generation transmissions used in U.S. Army tracked vehicles.

You will set up 3–5 axis machines, select cutting tools, implement probing techniques, and collaborate with the shop floor to minimize downtime while maintaining high quality and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of hands-on machining experience across turning and milling.
• 5–7 years CNC programming experience with CAD/CAM software such as Siemens NX or Mastercam.
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter PLM for BOM/BPM management.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Proven commissioning experience for new CNC machines.
• Proficient in G‑Code programming.
• Experience with metal materials like aluminum and steels.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Create and refine NC/CNC programs for 3–5-axis centers and mill-turn equipment.
• Set up CNC machines to run programs for multiple axis configurations.
• Analyze specs, blueprints, and processes to ensure accurate machining.
• Implement lean practices to reduce waste and downtime.
• Collaborate with shop floor to address programming and manufacturing challenges.
• Define tools in Siemens Teamcenter for component machining.
• Oversee tool performance and supplier coordination.
• Support tool setup optimization on machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC programming

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Commissioning CNC machines

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Siemens NX

Mastercam

Siemens Teamcenter

Micrometers

Renishaw probe programming

Job description

SAPA Transmission in Shelby Township, MI, is seeking a Senior CNC Programmer with experience in Mastercam, Siemens NX, or similar CAD/CAM systems. You will define machine programming and optimize machining processes for next‑generation transmissions used in U.S. Army tracked vehicles.

You will set up 3–5 axis machines, select cutting tools, implement probing techniques, and collaborate with the shop floor to minimize downtime while maintaining high quality and process efficiency.