CAM Development Engineer (On-Site Mahwah, NJ)

About the role

The CAM Development Engineer works with the global CAM development team on integrating and developing automations for CAD/CAM production lines, software and automated manufacturing equipment. The role involves working in various software environments to develop solutions that are robust under heavy load conditions and highly available. The position is within the medical / dental technology domain, with participation in different projects based on company needs and collaboration with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Develop new CAM-automation processes and maintain/update existing ones to ensure efficiency.
• Recommend milling strategies and collaborate with the team to find optimal solutions in CAM-automation.
• Perform first-time machine setup and recommend new machining solutions for new products.
• Participate in conference calls with global teams to discuss solutions as needed.
• Provide regular written and verbal status progress reports and project updates; communicate next steps to management as required.
• Actively participate in the development and roll-out of new systems worldwide.
• Support production operations by quickly responding to production issues, conducting root cause analysis, defining temporary work-arounds, and developing/implementing long-term solutions.
• Support prototyping and voice of customer experimentation.
• Document work and development through different document types according to company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related fields preferred and/or relevant experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience.
• 3+ years of Engineering experience, mechanical or manufacturing preferred.
• 2+ years of CNC CAM programming experience using PowerMill or equivalent software.
• Ability to work on site in Mahwah, NJ, 5 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in PowerMILL, PowerSHAPE (Delcam/AutoDesk).
• Strong understanding of milling and turning industries, including developing cutting data and milling tools.
• Expertise in CAM automation and industrial solutions.
• Familiarity with manufacturing automation processes.
• Experience with 5-axis CNC controllers (e.g., Fanuc, Roeders, Heidenhain).
• Programming knowledge in C#, JavaScript (preferred).
• Experience with Post Processors (preferred).
• Understanding of documentation for Medical Device regulation (preferred).
• Ability to identify, discern, and analyze issues related to CAM and recommend/implement solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines set by the supervisor.
• Team player and collaborative with both coworkers and the supervisor.
• Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.