CNC Programmer / Machinist Titanium Medical Devices

Machinist / CNC Programmer (Titanium Additive Manufacturing Components)

As a key member of the Surgical Team, you will play an integral part in helping Enovis drive the medical technology industry forward through transforming patient care and creating better patient outcomes.

Job Title: Machinist / CNC Programmer (Titanium Additive Manufacturing Components)

Reports To: Sr. Manager, Manufacturing

Location: Austin, Texas

Job Title/High-Level Position Summary: As a skilled Prototype Machinist with CNC programming experience you will support the development and production of custom additive manufactured medical device components. This role focuses on precision machining of titanium parts produced through additive manufacturing processes, supporting rapid prototyping, process development, and low-volume production in a highly regulated medical device environment. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely and efficient availability of materials to meet patient and healthcare provider needs. You will be responsible for production, managing inventory levels, and overseeing machine operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machine titanium components produced via additive manufacturing into finished medical device parts.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAM software for complex geometries and tight tolerances.
• Set up and operate 3-axis and/or 5-axis CNC mills and lathes for prototype and short-run production.
• Perform precision finishing operations including milling, drilling, tapping, and surface finishing of additively manufactured parts.
• Work closely with R&D and design engineers to refine prototypes and support design-for-manufacturing improvements.
• Develop custom work holding and fixturing solutions for irregular additive geometries.
• Inspect parts using precision metrology tools (micrometers, calipers, CMM, optical inspection systems).
• Maintain process documentation in compliance with medical device quality systems (FDA / ISO 13485).
• Optimize cutting strategies, tooling, and feeds/speeds for titanium machining.
• Support rapid iteration cycles for prototype development.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.

Minimum Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a CNC machinist in a prototype or R&D environment
• Strong experience machining titanium and other difficult-to-machine materials
• Experience programming 5 axis/Millturn CNC machines using CAM software (Mastercam, NX, etc.)
• 3 years of experience running DMG Mori with Celos controls
• Proficiency in CNC setup, tool selection, and process optimization
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models
• Experience machining complex geometries and tight-tolerance parts
• Strong understanding of tooling for titanium cutting
• Experience with precision inspection tools and methods

Currently, Enovis does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B) and will not offer such sponsorship in the future. Applicants must already have full-time work authorization in the United States, both now and in the future, without requiring sponsorship.

Desired Characteristics:

• Associate's degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Machining, Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience machining additively manufactured components (SLS, DMLS, EBM, etc.)
• Familiarity with post-processing of AM titanium parts
• Strong documentation skills in regulated manufacturing environments
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present findings to management.
• Detail-oriented mindset and Eager to Learn with a focus on accuracy and problem-solving

Join us in creating better together.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.