Manufacturing Engineer

CNC Programming Machinist

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining CNC programs using NX-CAM or similar software. You will work with multi-axis milling, turning, grinding, and Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) to ensure efficient production processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CNC programs utilizing NX-CAM or other software, including multi-axis milling, turning, grinding, and EDM.
• Verify new CNC programs before releasing them to the shop floor using Vericut.
• Provide CNC-related support to Manufacturing Engineers and conduct operator training during new or rebuilt machine startups and process improvements.
• Offer daily operator support in CNC programming and troubleshooting on the shop floor.
• Support and implement tooling and fixturing requirements for CNC machine tools.
• Generate and support workstation instructions for CNC-related issues.
• Initiate and lead process improvement projects to enhance safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Communicate effectively with team members as needed.
• Work effectively both individually and within a team-based environment in a matrixed organization.
• Embrace and drive positive change in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in NX and NX-CAM for CNC programming.
• Experience in tooling and fixture design.
• Strong skills in CNC programming and CAM programming.
• Familiarity with FANUC Macro B for probing, tool selection, data capture, and hole location logic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or machinist apprentice graduate with 2+ years of experience in graphical-based CAM System CNC programming, or a high school degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Familiarity with 3-2-1 (six-point) nesting and basic probing routines.
• Working knowledge of CMM/metrology concepts.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a heavy-duty plant engineering setting, focusing on large systems for the power industry, including turbines for gas and wind power. The facility is equipped with advanced equipment and systems, providing an opportunity for growth and potential extension or direct employment in the future.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Greenville, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $53.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Greenville, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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