Computer Numerical Control Programmer

Job Title: Supplier Delivery Consultant - CNC Programming

Pay Rate: $60.00-80.00 per hour (paid as fixed weekly rate)

Subcontract Employment: 1099 or LLC

Locations: Seattle, WA 98124 & Portland, OR 97230

Shift: First and Flexible

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Job Summary:

We are seeking experienced CATIA CNC Programmers for urgent project-based contract opportunities in the Seattle, WA and Portland, OR areas. Our consultants support a variety of manufacturing clients in aerospace, defense, medical device, energy, industrial equipment, and precision machining environments.

This talent pipeline is intended for highly skilled manufacturing professionals with expertise in CNC programming, CAM software, process development, machining optimization, and shop floor support. Assignments may range from short-term troubleshooting engagements to long-term manufacturing improvement and production support projects.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Develop, modify, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs using CATIA.
• Create efficient toolpaths and machining strategies for complex components and challenging geometries.
• Support CNC machining operations through program prove-outs, first article runs, process validation, and production startup activities.
• Troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, fixturing, and post-processor issues.
• Improve cycle times, machine utilization, quality performance, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production, quality, tooling, and leadership teams to achieve project objectives.
• Review engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements, and manufacturing specifications.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and manufacturability.
• Support new product introductions, process transfers, capacity expansion initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide technical expertise for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining applications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable customer, quality, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming, manufacturing engineering, or CAM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with CATIA.
• Experience programming and supporting CNC machining centers, mills, mill-turns, lathes, or multi-axis equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot manufacturing processes from CAD/CAM programming through machine execution.
• Strong understanding of cutting tools, fixturing, work holding, and machining best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while integrating effectively with customer project teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, energy, industrial, or high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience machining complex materials such as titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, hardened steels, aluminum alloys, or specialty materials.
• Expertise with advanced multi-axis machining and complex geometry programming.
• Manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience supporting customer-specific quality systems and regulated manufacturing environments.

Engagement Details:

• Independent Contractor (1099) opportunities
• Project-based assignments across the United States
• On-site, hybrid, and remote opportunities available depending on project requirements
• Travel requirements vary by engagement
• Competitive project rates based on experience, technical expertise, and scope of work

We are always interested in connecting with experienced CNC Programming and Manufacturing Consulting professionals who can help our clients solve complex machining and manufacturing challenges. Apply today to be considered for current and future project opportunities.

Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $60.00 - $80.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations. Benefits offered include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); holidays and paid leave as required by law.