Programmer / CAD/CAM Engineer (Siemens NX & Vericut)
At a glance Company: Major Tool & Machine Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Pay: $45.00–$50.00/hr DOE Job Type: Full-Time Shift: 1st Shift Experience: 3 Years CNC Programming Experience Machines: 3-Axis • 5-Axis • Horizontal Mills • Vertical Mills • Multi-Axis Lathes • Mill-Turn Controls: Siemens 840D • Fanuc • Mazatrol CAM Software: Siemens NX2506 • Vericut Relocation: Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Why join Major Tool & Machine? If you're passionate about CNC programming, process optimization, and advanced manufacturing, this is an opportunity to work at one of North America's premier large-scale machining facilities. Major Tool & Machine (MTM) has been solving some of the world's toughest manufacturing challenges since 1946. Today, the company supports customers in the aerospace, defense, semiconductor, energy, nuclear, and commercial industries , producing large, complex, mission-critical components using some of the most advanced CNC equipment in the industry. As a Programmer / CAD/CAM Engineer, you'll play a critical role in developing efficient machining strategies for large multi-axis CNC machines. Working with Siemens NX and Vericut, you'll create and optimize programs for 3-axis, 5-axis, mill-turn, and multi-axis lathe applications while collaborating closely with tooling engineers, machinists, and manufacturing teams to continually improve productivity and machining performance. This position offers competitive pay, paid lunches , flexible 8-hour or 10-hour schedules , relocation assistance for qualified candidates, and the opportunity to help manufacture components that support industries where precision matters most. ⚙️ What you'll be doing Create CNC programs using Siemens NX2506 for complex multi-axis machining applications Program 3-axis, 5-axis, horizontal, vertical, and mill-turn machining centers Verify and simulate CNC programs using Vericut before production Select tooling, cutting strategies, speeds, and feeds for a wide variety of materials Design and develop custom workholding and fixturing Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and specifications Optimize existing programs to improve cycle times and reduce setup time Troubleshoot machining processes and programming issues Support production, prototyping, and continuous improvement initiatives Collaborate with tooling engineers, machinists, engineering, and manufacturing teams ️ Machines, controls & softwareMachines Large 3-Axis & 5-Axis CNC Mills Horizontal Machining Centers Vertical Machining Centers Multi-Axis Lathes Mill-Turn Machines Large Gantry Milling Systems Controls Siemens 840D Fanuc Mazatrol CAM Software Siemens NX2506 Vericut Additional Software Visual Manufacturing ERP Microsoft Teams Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel ⭐ Shop highlights Relocation assistance available Aerospace, defense & semiconductor projects Large-scale precision machining 600,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility Modern multi-axis CNC equipment High-speed machining capabilities Collaborative engineering environment Paid lunches Flexible 8- or 10-hour schedules Outstanding career advancement opportunities Materials you'll work with Inconel Titanium Aluminum Carbon Steel Stainless Steel High-performance alloys ✅ What we're looking forRequired Associate's Degree in Machining Technology or equivalent experience 3 years of CNC programming experience Expert knowledge of Siemens NX Experience programming 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers Experience programming horizontal and vertical machining centers Vericut verification experience Strong G-code knowledge Experience with machine probing Blueprint reading and GD&T Strong mechanical aptitude Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Preferred Multi-axis lathe and mill-turn programming Production and prototype machining experience ERP experience (Visual Manufacturing) Continuous improvement mindset Experience supporting complex aerospace, defense, or semiconductor machining Why you'll like working here Program some of the largest CNC machines in North America Work on challenging aerospace, defense, semiconductor, energy, and nuclear projects Modern Siemens NX programming environment Collaborative team of engineers, programmers, and machinists Stable company with nearly 80 years of manufacturing excellence Competitive hourly pay Paid lunches Flexible 8- or 10-hour schedules Outstanding benefits package Strong investment in technology and employee development Long-term career stability Relocation support available Pay, benefits & schedulePay $45.00–$50.00 per hour DOE Benefits Free or low-cost health insurance Paid lunches Onsite health clinic Dental & Vision Insurance Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability 401(k) with company match Generous Paid Time Off Quarterly bonus opportunity beginning Day 1 Wellness programs Long-term career development Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Schedule 1st Shift Choose between 5 × 8-hour schedules or 4 × 10-hour schedules Flexible start times discussed during the interview process Minimal overtime required, supporting a healthy work-life balance About Major Tool & Machine Major Tool & Machine has been manufacturing complex precision components since 1946 and has become one of North America's leading large-scale contract manufacturers. Serving customers across the aerospace, defense, semiconductor, energy, nuclear, and commercial industries , MTM combines experienced engineers, programmers, machinists, and advanced manufacturing technologies to produce mission-critical components that few companies can manufacture. Operating from a 600,000 square-foot facility in Indianapolis , MTM utilizes more than 40 advanced CNC machine tools, including massive 5-axis gantry mills, vertical turning lathes, horizontal boring mills, and mill-turn systems from leading builders such as DSI, Cincinnati Milacron, Mazak, DMG Mori, Gruppo Parpas, and Giddings & Lewis. As part of the Precinmac family of manufacturing companies, MTM continues to invest heavily in technology, employee development, and long-term career opportunities. Apply today Ready to program some of the largest and most advanced CNC machines in North America? Join Major Tool & Machine and help develop machining strategies for mission-critical components that support industries around the world. Apply today through hireCNC.
