Applications Engineer/ CNC Programmer - Wire EDM & Laser Etch

About the role

The Applications Engineer/ CNC Programmer at Avalign plays a crucial role in transforming engineering designs into precise, high-quality components through efficient programming, fixture design, and process optimization. This position is essential for ensuring that all programs are accurately documented, verified, and transitioned into stable, repeatable production.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and consistently document all performed tasks on appropriate records (work orders, inspection sheets, maintenance logs, etc.)
• Interpret Engineering specifications, Drawings & GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Generate toolpaths, solid models, and drawings in CAD/CAM software.
• Independently set up, prove out, troubleshoot, and optimize programs.
• Experience transitioning new programs into stable, repeatable production.
• Develop and improve advanced CNC machining and inspection processes.
• Expert troubleshooting skills involving machining processes, tooling, machine performance, workholding, chip control, dimensional variation, and process capability.
• Serves as the technical authority for Swiss machining processes.
• Mentors programmers, manufacturing engineers, and machinists on advanced machining strategies and best practices.
• Inspect documents for previously completed operation sign off and verify part counts before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Perform required maintenance checks of equipment before beginning any manufacturing operation.
• Ensure all new CNC programs introduced comply with and support product flow through the facility.

Requirements

• AS Degree in Manufacturing Technology preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience working with various CAD/CAM software packages (Esprit/MasterCAM & Solidworks preferred), working with CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Medical device manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Experience with various inspection methods including mechanical inspection and CMM inspection.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, CAD, CAM).

Qualifications

Competitive compensation and benefits package, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year, employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance, employer funded STD and LTD insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous employee referral bonus program, working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement, temperature controlled environment, community involvement investing and giving back to the community, additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc.

Skills

• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge in manufacturing processes
• Reliable individual who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Able to plan and execute plans across teams
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and 10 observed paid holidays per year
• Employer funded Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer funded STD and LTD insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Grossly generous employee referral bonus program
• Working for a thriving, performance-based company that values promoting from within and career advancement
• Temperature controlled environment
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
• Additional free resources such as travel assistance, EAP, etc.