Overview
Step into a hands-on role where you turn complex prints into stable, efficient CNC production. As a CNC Process Development Engineer at CCT Enterprises, you’ll transform new part concepts into repeatable processes, fine-tune existing jobs, and partner with machinists, quality, and leadership to deliver precision results on the first shift.
A Day in the Life
Your morning kicks off reviewing drawings, tolerances, and materials. You translate those requirements into machining strategies and CAM programs, then head to the floor to prove out setups on CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and mills. You adjust tooling, optimize feeds and speeds, and dial in workholding to hit quality, cycle time, and cost targets. When production hits a snag, you dig into root causes and implement lasting fixes. Between runs, you capture best practices in clear work instructions, mentor operators and setup personnel, and collaborate on quotes for upcoming parts—identifying manufacturability risks and opportunities for automation or AI-assisted improvements.
What You’ll Own
- Develop, program, and launch new CNC processes from concept through stable production
- Create machining strategies, select tooling, define setups, and write CNC programs
- Set up and program CNC lathes, Swiss turning machines, and CNC mills
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; implement corrective actions
- Continuously improve cycle time, quality, consistency, tool life, and throughput
- Author and maintain clear work instructions and process documentation
- Train operators and setup technicians on new and updated processes
- Review drawings, specs, tolerances, materials, and customer requirements to determine manufacturing methods
- Support quoting with cycle-time estimates, tooling strategies, and process plans
- Assist with tooling selection, optimization, and standardization
- Partner with Quality and Production to tackle manufacturing and quality issues
- Identify and apply automation and AI-assisted tools to elevate efficiency
- Shepherd new parts from quoting and development into repeatable production
What You Bring
- 5+ years in a CNC manufacturing environment
- Strong background in turning, Swiss machining, and/or milling
- Proven CNC setup and programming experience
- Experience with CNC programming software; Mastercam and/or ABILE preferred
- 2D/3D CAD experience; VISI and/or SolidWorks is a plus
- Deep understanding of machining processes, tooling, feeds/speeds, workholding, and process development
- Knowledge of raw materials, tooling, production processes, cost drivers, and methods for precision components
- Working knowledge of manufacturing quality systems such as APQP, PPAP, ISO, CAR, and SPC
- Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving strengths with keen attention to detail
- Hands-on mindset; follows established systems and quality requirements
- Openness to automation, AI-assisted tools, and new technologies to improve programming, quoting, and manufacturing efficiency
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerances
- Practical understanding of engineering principles in a production environment
Tools & Technologies
- Mastercam
- CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) – Haas
- CNC Swiss Lathe – Citizen, Tsugami
- CNC Lathe (5+ axis) – Okuma
Core Proficiencies
- GD&T
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Skills
- CNC Programming
- Tape Measure Reading
- CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Mastercam
Schedule & Location
Full-time, first shift. On-site in Auburn, Indiana.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Education assistance / tuition reimbursement
- On-the-job training and professional development
- Benefits begin after 60 days of employment
Compensation
Compensation is based on experience, technical capabilities, and qualifications.