# CNC Programmer/Engineer II **Company**: American Honda Motor Company **Location**: Santa Clarita, California **Work arrangement**: onsite **Experience**: senior **Job type**: full-time **Salary**: $101,000.00 - $151,500.00 **Category**: Manufacturing **Industry**: Automotive **Wikidata**: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4744011 **Apply**: https://careers.honda.com/us/en/job/13076/CNC-Programmer-Engineer-II?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply **Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_dfa6b581-8da ## Description CNC Programmer/Engineer II - develop advanced multi-axis CNC programs and manufacturing processes for complex, close-tolerance components supporting high-performance racing engine programs. This position uses CAD/CAM technology, engineering drawings, and 3D models to translate design requirements into safe, accurate, and efficient machining processes. The ideal candidate combines advanced CNC programming expertise with hands-on machining, fixture and tooling design, process improvement, and strong problem-solving capabilities. ## Key Accountabilities ### Complex Component NC Programming - Develop and maintain advanced Mastercam multi-axis CNC programs for complex, close-tolerance components. - Translate engineering drawings, 2D/3D models, and specifications into accurate machining processes. - Develop tooling, fixtures, cutting strategies, setup documentation, and manufacturing standards. - Support program prove-out, machine setup, inspection, and component conformance. - Optimize machining processes, cycle times, and workflow to improve quality and reduce scrap, waste, and cost. - Partner with Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve machining issues and implement continuous improvements. ### Design Fixtures/Tooling - Design fixtures, tooling, and gauges based on engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements. - Develop CNC programs and processes to manufacture and implement tooling and fixtures. - Evaluate cutting tools and coordinate with suppliers to optimize machining performance. ### CNC Set-Up Machinist / Operator - Set up and operate CNC machines, including fixtures, tooling, feeds, speeds, offsets, and compensation. - Perform first-article and finished-part inspections using precision measuring equipment and engineering drawings. - Prove out and edit CNC programs, replace tooling, and monitor machining of prototype and production components. - Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and program issues and implement corrective solutions. - Maintain CNC equipment and ensure machines and work areas are clean and properly maintained. ## Qualifications, Experience, and Skills - Two-year technical degree in CNC Programming with at least five years of relevant experience, or at least seven years of experience programming in a multi-axis CNC milling environment. - Minimum of five years of CAD/CAM and CNC programming experience involving complex, close-tolerance components. - Advanced experience using Mastercam to develop CNC programs, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes. - Demonstrated experience with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining methods. - Strong knowledge of CNC machine setup, cutting tools, speeds and feeds, workholding, offsets, and compensation. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, 3D models, and GD&T. - Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment. - Experience with CNC verification software such as VERICUT. - Ability to troubleshoot programs, tooling, machining processes, and equipment-related issues. - Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet demanding quality and delivery requirements with minimal supervision. - Effective written, verbal, and cross-functional communication skills. - Experience supporting motorsports, aerospace, prototype, or other high-performance manufacturing environments. - Experience with CATIA V5, AMG software, and Fanuc controls. - Experience designing or modifying CAD models for machining applications. - Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement methods. - Experience generating technical reports and presenting manufacturing recommendations. ## Decisions Expected - Determine appropriate machining strategies, manufacturing sequences, tooling, and fixture designs. - Identify and implement countermeasures for programming, machining, quality, and manufacturing issues. - Evaluate completed components and recommend approval, correction, rework, or rejection based on drawings and inspection results. ## Working Conditions ### Physical Demands Requirements: - Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist while working. - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees to work on close to the groundwork. - Crawling. - Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet to work underneath suspended vehicles/engines/equipment to diagnosis problems and or remove replace parts. - Standing for sustained periods during work or events. - Sitting. - Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks (particularly walking long distances at the track to pit lane and around shop). - Lifting. Raising objects of 25 pounds from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. - Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers while servicing / maintaining a race engine, vehicles and equipment. - The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat and exposure to chemicals. ### Emotional Requirements: - Make quick decisions. - Hazard awareness, aware of surroundings. - Planning and problem-solving Coping with change and other people ## Skills ### Required - Mastercam - CAD/CAM - CNC programming - 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machining - VERICUT - CATIA V5 - AMG software - Fanuc controls ### Nice to have - lean manufacturing - continuous-improvement methods - technical report generation - presentation skills --- Source: [Apply at careers.honda.com](https://careers.honda.com/us/en/job/13076/CNC-Programmer-Engineer-II?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply)