Jr. CAM Development Engineer (On-Site Mahwah, NJ)

About the role

This entry-level position supports the global CAM development team in building and maintaining CAD/CAM automation solutions. The Junior CAM Development Engineer performs structured assignments, applies established procedures, and gains hands-on experience with software and automated manufacturing equipment. Under guidance, they contribute to projects in the medical/dental technology domain while developing technical skills and collaborating with colleagues to ensure reliable production outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop new CAM-automation processes and maintain/update existing ones to keep them current and efficient.
• Recommend milling strategies and collaborate with the team to find optimal CAM-automation solutions.
• Participate in conference calls with global teams as needed to discuss solutions.
• Provide regular written and verbal status progress reports and project updates; communicate next steps to management.
• Actively participate in the development and worldwide roll-out of new systems.
• 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 according to company standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar engineering role.
• Exposure to CNC machining and CNC CAM programming (PowerMill or equivalent) preferred; or combined equivalent experience in engineering, hands-on CNC machining, and CAM programming.
• Ability to work on site in Mahwah, NJ, 5 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in PowerMILL and PowerSHAPE (Delcam/AutoDesk).
• Working knowledge 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# and JavaScript.
• Experience with Post Processors.

Critical Success Factors and Key Challenges

• Understanding of documentation for medical device regulations (preferred).
• Ability to identify, analyze, and recommend/implement solutions to CAM-related issues in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines set by the supervisor.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with co-workers and supervisors.
• Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Pragmatic problem solver with attention to detail and completeness.
• Action-oriented and results-driven.
• Effective collaborator and communicator.
• Nimble learner who brings fresh ideas and curiosity to solving manufacturing challenges while learning from experienced engineers.
• Builds foundational skills in CAD/CAM automation by applying established procedures and tools.
• Learns to contribute to innovation through structured assignments and guided problem-solving.
• Collaborates effectively with supervisors and project teams, showing openness to feedback and teamwork.
• Develops reliability in delivering tasks that support consistent production outcomes.

Actual compensation packages consider factors unique to each candidate, including geographic location, skill sets, education, certifications, experience, performance, and organizational needs. The total compensation package may include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and other applicable compensation plans.