Senior CNC Programming Engineer

fanuc; Michigan; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program

Life Insurance

Disability Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Benefit Dollars

Holiday & Vacation Program

Job summary

FANUC MH is seeking a Senior CNC Programming Engineer to lead development and optimization of advanced CNC programs for high-precision paint robot components. You will work with 3–5 axis centers, mentor staff, and drive process improvements across manufacturing.

Role requires 8+ years of CNC programming experience, Mastercam proficiency, and strong leadership in manufacturing engineering. On-site position in Michigan offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of CNC programming and machining experience in precision manufacturing.
• Strong expertise with 4-axis and 5-axis machining centers and FANUC controls.
• Proven leadership in process improvements and equipment integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, testing, and optimization of complex CNC programs for multi-axis machines.
• Drive cycle-time reduction, scrap minimization, and adherence to print specs.
• Mentor CNC programmers and machinists; collaborate with engineering and production.
• Design fixtures, tooling, and workholding to improve stability and precision.

Skills

CNC programming

5-axis machining

Mastercam

FANUC controls

leadership

process optimization

Education

H.S. Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

FANUC ROBODRILL

Mazak

Okuma

Job description

Who You Are

As our new Senior CNC Programming Engineer at our FANUC Materials Handling (MH) facility, you will lead be responsible for spearheading the development, optimization, and maintenance of advanced CNC programs producing high-precision paint robot components. You need to ensure parts are manufactured to exact print specifications using vertical and horizontal machining centers (3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis) and other machine shop equipment, such as FANUC ROBODRILLs. You’ll be involved in mentoring CNC programmers and machinists, driving strategic process improvements, and leading the integration of new technologies that enhance production efficiency and quality. You will partner with both engineering and production ensuring alignment between manufacturing processes with facility goals.

How It’s Done

Advanced CNC Programming & Process Optimization

• Lead the development, testing, validation, and optimization of complex CNC programs for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining centers and basic 2 axis lathes up to multi axis lathes with live tooling, using Mastercam
• Drive manufacturing process improvements to reduce cycle times and scrap, improve throughput, maintain repeatability, and ensure compliance with all print specifications

Tooling, Workholding & Tool Crib Management

• Design and implement advanced fixtures, tooling, workholding, and custom cutting tool solutions to improve part stability, machining precision, and process capability
• Maintain a metric-based tooling library and oversee tool crib operations to support high tool availability and production requirements

CNC Equipment Integration & Manufacturing Scalability

• Lead the installation, programming, validation, and production integration of new CNC equipment, including FANUC ROBODRILL machining centers and FANUC controls
• Contribute to equipment investment planning, process scalability initiatives, and long-term manufacturing growth strategies

Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with process engineering, production, and quality teams to review manufacturability, resolve complex machining challenges, and ensure robust manufacturing processes that consistently achieve print and customer requirements

Documentation, Quality & Process Capability

• Develop and standardize CNC programs, setup sheets, and work instructions in metric units using Mastercam
• Ensure documentation supports First Article Inspection (FAI) and Final Product Inspection (FPI) requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on CPK/PPK, cost reduction, and process performance

Mentorship & Workforce Development

• Mentor CNC programmers, Machinist III personnel, and junior engineers on advanced Mastercam programming, FANUC controls, tooling strategies, and machining process optimization, fostering technical excellence and operational consistency

What You Need

• H.S. Diploma
• Minimum eight years of applicable industry experience
• Minimum 8 years’ hands-on experience in CNC programming and machining with emphasis on 4-axis and 5-axis machining centers in precision manufacturing environments
• Expertise in complex CNC programming and FANUC controls
• Demonstrated leadership in process improvement initiatives and equipment integration projects

What Would Be Even Better

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Expert-level Mastercam programming capabilities with extensive experience supporting production on Mazak and Okuma-controlled CNC machining centers
• Hands-on experience machining Delrin and 316 stainless steel, with expertise in machinability, tooling strategies, cutting parameters, and process optimization
• Familiarity with metric-based manufacturing documentation, setup sheets, and inspection requirements supporting print compliance

It’s Your Move

Joining FANUC means becoming part of a team that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and collaboration. We foster a culture where respect and innovation go hand in hand, and where your contributions help shape the future of automation and robotics.

We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Medical, Dental& Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Benefit Dollars
• Generous Holiday & Vacation Program

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans