CNC Programmer - Critical Hardware

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Macomb - Mile
Req ID: 30456

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Job Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop CNC toolpaths using CAM software (Hypermill, Work NC, Tebis) from 3D models and engineering drawings
• Select appropriate cutting strategies — adaptive clearing, high-feed milling, trochoidal milling — matched to material, machine capability, and cycle time targets
• Choose cutting tools, insert grades, and cutting parameters for each operation, considering material machinability and surface finish requirements
• Post-process toolpaths to machine-specific G-code using machine-matched post-processors and verify output for correctness
• Prove out new programs on the machine: conduct dry runs, cut air, and run first articles while monitoring for collisions, tool deflection, and dimensional accuracy
• Optimize cycle times by reducing air cuts, improving approach and retract moves, and adjusting feeds and speeds based on observed chip formation
• Write setup sheets documenting workholding, tool list with offsets, speeds/feeds, and inspection requirements for each job
• Modify existing programs to accommodate engineering changes, tooling substitutions, or fixture modifications without compromising part quality
• Create and maintain a program library with version control, documenting changes and preserving proven programs against
• Maintain documented tool life with proven cutting strategies for different materials
• Such as Titanium, Inconel’s , Stainless Steels, Aluminum,
Technical skills:
• CAM software: Proficiency in Hypermill (preferred), or strong experience in Tebis with willingness to support Hypermill workflows
• Machine controls: Heidenhein preferred, Fanuc 0i/30i series, Siemens, — G-code reading and editing
• Cutting tool knowledge: insert geometry and grade selection, milling, drilling, threadmilling, tapping & high-speed machining strategies
• Solid understanding of GD&T, machining principles, and aerospace manufacturing standards.
• Simulation tools: CAM-embedded machine simulation, Hypermill, NC Simul, Vericut.
• Fixturing design fundamentals: understanding how workholding choice affects program approach and accessibility
Machining background (valued):
Manufacturing
• Setup and prove-out capability: able to run the machine during first articles without a machinist present
• Hands-on familiarity with chip-forming materials: aluminum, stainless, titanium, Inconel

Job Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma/Equivalent required
• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming experience in a production or aerospace environment.
• Experience with high-precision aerospace machining preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as required to support workload; including overtime and weekends.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, blue prints and schematics.
• Detail oriented, ability to work independently, and excellent verbal/written communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands listed are representative of those required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
Employees frequently stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work from ladders or scaffolds; sitting is occasional. The role requires regularly lifting to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Close vision is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described reflects typical conditions encountered in this role. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.
Employees are regularly exposed to electrical shock hazards and frequently to moving mechanical parts.
Export Control Disclaimer: This position will include access to data, technology, and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls under International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment with The Lincoln Electric Company (D/B/A Baker Industries) is contingent upon either verifying U.S. person status or obtaining any necessary authorizations. Applicants will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes and information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. The Lincoln Electric Company, at its sole discretion, may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals as whose access to export-controlled data, technology, and/or software source code may require authorization. The Lincoln Electric Company may also decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

HARASSMENT POLICY
Workplace harassment of any kind based on protected characteristics is prohibited. Interference with an employee’s ability to perform job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
ATTENTION: THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS
Lincoln Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Resumes submitted without a signed vendor agreement become the property of Lincoln Electric. No fees will be paid unless recruiting efforts are coordinated through the Recruiting Department.
DISCLAIMER
This position may have access to various types of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and/or information and tangible items subject to U.S. export controls, as well as be subject to certain customer/contractual requirements. Therefore, the individual selected for the position may be required to meet certain citizenship, immigration, and/or location-related requirements, as well as screenings, background checks and additional training. The Company, in its sole discretion, will determine whether to seek a contractual waiver or regulatory export authorization if required.

Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable qualifications, as determined by the Company, as well as adhering to all relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be modified at any time at the Employer’s sole discretion

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Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.