Senior CNC Programmer & Manufacturing Leader

ITT Inc. - English US; Town of Orchard Park (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

ITT Inc. - English US is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer III to provide senior technical leadership in CNC machining, process development, and manufacturing initiatives.

You will guide standards, mentor staff, and drive long‑term readiness and capability across complex components. The role demands expert CNC programming, multi‑axis expertise, and strong collaboration with design, manufacturing, and suppliers to optimize throughput and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 12+ years of equivalent experience.
• Expert-level ability to interpret complex engineering documentation, GD&T, and CAD models.
• Mastery of CNC programming, multi-axis machining, process optimization, and tooling strategy.
• Ability to lead cross-functional problem-solving and implement corrective actions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, including design reviews and supplier interactions.
• Advanced understanding of metrology, CMM programming, and tolerance validation.
• Advanced SPC and capability analysis; CAD/CAM systems and digital manufacturing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop machining strategies for highly complex components requiring multi-axis machining and tight tolerance control.
• Develop complete operational routers in ERP systems and mentor other engineers on the process.
• Lead the development of long-term tooling platforms, modular fixtures, and scalable machining solutions.
• Establish CNC programming standards, best practices, and CAM library structures.
• Manage high-impact continuous improvement projects affecting throughput, cost, safety, or quality.
• Support engineering design for manufacturability, providing input on part geometry and tolerance schemes.
• Serve as a senior resource for resolving complex machining, programming, or quality issues.
• Maintain expertise in emerging machining technologies, tooling innovations, and digital manufacturing trends.
• Mentor and train engineers, programmers, and machining operators.

Skills

CNC programming

Multi-axis machining

GD&T

CAM/CAD

Metrology

CMM programming

SPC

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

ERP systems

Job description

ITT Inc. - English US is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer / CNC Programmer III to provide senior technical leadership in CNC machining, process development, and manufacturing initiatives.

You will guide standards, mentor staff, and drive long‑term readiness and capability across complex components. The role demands expert CNC programming, multi‑axis expertise, and strong collaboration with design, manufacturing, and suppliers to optimize throughput and quality.