NC Programmer / Industrial Engineer (CNC Manufacturing)
Toshiba International Corporation · Houston, TX · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
About the role
Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a global leader in motors and drives, power electronics, transmission and distribution systems, and other social infrastructure systems. Join a highly technical manufacturing environment where precision, performance, and innovation matter.
Responsibilities
- CNC Programming & Optimization:
- Develop, program, and optimize NC programs for a wide range of CNC machines
- Continuously improve cycle times, tool paths, and cutting strategies
- Maintain and update programs to ensure compliance with TIC standards and ISO 9001 requirements
- Process Improvement & Efficiency:
- Analyze machining performance and implement improvements to reduce cycle time, increase throughput, and improve quality and consistency
- Optimize workflows, machine utilization, and machining strategies
- Ensure routing times accurately reflect real-world setup and run conditions
- Advanced Manufacturing & Technology:
- Lead and support Mastercam implementation and optimization
- Evaluate and introduce new machining technologies, tooling, and processes
- Maintain CNC programming infrastructure (DNC systems, version control, program storage)
- Production Support & Troubleshooting:
- Support production by resolving machine downtime issues, program errors, and non-conforming parts
- Work closely with operators and technicians to ensure smooth execution on the shop floor
- Tooling, Fixtures & Workholding:
- Design and develop custom fixtures, tooling, and workholding solutions
- Improve setup efficiency and repeatability through engineered solutions
- New Equipment & Product Integration:
- Support installation, commissioning, and ramp-up of new CNC machines and work centers
- Partner with engineering on new product introduction to ensure manufacturability
- Help scale new programs and processes into production
- Quality & Documentation:
- Partner with Quality to improve in-process inspection methods and machining quality standards
- Develop and maintain clear, standardized work instructions and documentation
Qualifications
- Required:
- Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in CNC Programming, Machining / Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 3–5 years of CNC programming experience in a production environment
- Strong experience writing, editing, and troubleshooting NC programs
- Mastercam proficiency (required)
- Deep understanding of machining processes, cutting tools, and workholding
- Proven ability to improve cycle times and manufacturing efficiency
- PREFERRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience with multi-axis CNC machining (4-axis / 5-axis)
- Familiarity with DNC systems and program management
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Experience supporting new equipment installation or plant expansion initiatives