Lead Multi‑Axis CAM Engineer (Mastercam/SolidWorks)

Location: Jerpbak Bayless — Solon, Ohio
Job Type: Full‑Time
Shift: 1st Shift

You arrive to a lineup of diverse, tight‑tolerance parts: a mill‑turn prototype in the morning, a 5‑axis production prove‑out after lunch. You review customer prints and SolidWorks models, map out strategies in Mastercam, and head to the floor to validate toolpaths, tweak feeds and speeds, and lock in holding strategies. By day’s end, you’ve solved a tricky ACME thread, mentored a machinist on setup documentation, and collaborated with engineering and quality to release a stable, efficient program into production.

• Program intricate components for CNC mills and lathes using Mastercam and Smartcam.
• Translate SolidWorks models and customer drawings into optimized machining plans.
• Develop advanced multi‑axis toolpaths: 4‑axis, 5‑axis, and mill‑turn.
• Design end‑to‑end processes for prototype and low‑volume work.
• Select tooling, workholding, and cutting strategies to balance quality, cost, and cycle time.
• Run on‑machine prove‑outs; refine programs and eliminate bottlenecks on the shop floor.
• Diagnose machining, tooling, and code issues; implement durable fixes.
• Publish setup sheets and tooling documentation to support setup machinists.
• Mentor team members and share best practices.
• Partner closely with engineering, quality, and production.

• 8 years of CNC programming (job shop background strongly preferred).
• Expert‑level Mastercam skills.
• Fluent in SolidWorks (model navigation, feature recognition, design intent).
• Deep experience programming multi‑axis mills and lathes.
• Strong blueprint/GD&T interpretation.
• Proven success with tight‑tolerance machining.
• Experience programming complex threads (ACME, buttress, custom).
• Independent problem solver with ownership mindset.
• Comfort editing post processors; macro/parametric programming knowledge.
• Exposure to quoting/manufacturability reviews.
• Background with automation or lights‑out machining.

• CAM: Mastercam, Mazatrol
• 3D/2D CAD: SolidWorks, AutoCAD
• VMCs: 3–4 axis (Fanuc, Mazak, Doosan, Makino); 5 axis (Fanuc, Mazak)
• Lathes: 2–4 axis and 5 axis (Mazak, Doosan)

• GD&T, CNC tooling, CNC programming
• G‑code and M‑code
• Precision measurement & hand metrology
• Advanced inspection & gage measurement
• Machine setups for production runs

• High mix of complex, stimulating parts
• Modern machines and current software
• Team‑oriented culture that values craftsmanship
• Direct influence on machining processes and outcomes

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) / Retirement Plan
• Overtime opportunities
• Training and advancement pathways