CAM/NC Programming Engineer – Mastercam & Automation

Cogitic Engineering
  • Colorado Springs, CO
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Ready to turn complex geometries into reliable, efficient toolpaths?

    If you thrive on building elegant 5-axis programs and pairing them with smart automation, this role puts you at the center of our high-mix, low-volume operation.

    Your impact

    • Engineer processes that boost precision, flexibility, and throughput across diverse parts.
    • Own 5-axis NC programming in Mastercam—from strategy to post-processing and prove-out.
    • Deploy automation solutions to reduce changeover and increase spindle utilization.
    • Partner with design, production, and automation teams to resolve manufacturability issues.
    • Lead lean/Six Sigma initiatives and lock in best practices via clear documentation.
    • Champion safety, quality, and environmental compliance at every step.

    You’ll do

    • Program and troubleshoot multi-axis operations, optimizing cycle time and surface finish.
    • Design fixtures, select tooling, and validate toolpaths with simulation and on-machine checks.
    • Standardize automation workflows and NC templates for repeat builds.

    You bring

    • Extensive experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.
    • Proven 5-axis CNC programming expertise.
    • Track record integrating automation into machining cells.
    • Fluency in CAD/CAM and G-code (Mastercam highly preferred).
    • Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (preferred) or related.

    Why you’ll love it here

    • Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.
    • Freedom to innovate in a modern, technology-forward shop.
    • Collaborative culture that values continuous improvement.
    • Career-long learning and professional development support.

    Benefits

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Referral program

    Technology stack

    • CAM Software (Mastercam)
    • CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

    Core proficiency

    CNC Programming

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColorado Springs, CO

    Skills

    • Automationunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • CNC Latheunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Machiningunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Simulationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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