Power the Future of Advanced Manufacturing

CNC Programmer (Contract) | Global Energy Industry Leader

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to support a world-renowned innovator in power generation and energy technology at its Bangor, Maine facility. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in manufacturing some of the world's most advanced energy solutions while working with cutting-edge machining technologies, large-scale components, and highly skilled engineering teams.

Location: Onsite | Bangor, Maine
Schedule: 1st Shift | Flexible Start Times (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM)
Pay Rate: $62.04 per hour

Make an Impact

As a CNC Programmer, you will develop, optimize, and verify sophisticated CNC programs that drive precision manufacturing operations within a high-performance production environment. Your expertise will directly influence machining efficiency, product quality, operational reliability, and overall manufacturing excellence for critical energy industry components.

This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who enjoys solving complex machining challenges, driving process improvements, and collaborating across engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver exceptional results.

What You'll Do

• Develop, maintain, and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam, Siemens NX, Esprit 2000, and related programming platforms.

• Create and support CNC programs for multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding operations.

• Verify and validate new CNC programs using VERICUT before production release.

• Troubleshoot CNC programming and machining issues while providing daily support to shop floor operators.

• Program and optimize advanced machine controls, including:

  • Fanuc Controls

  • Siemens Controls

  • Okuma Controls

  • Macro-based programming routines

  • Renishaw probing systems

• Support Manufacturing Engineers with machine startups, process improvements, and operator training.

• Develop workstation instructions, standard operating procedures, and CNC-related documentation.

• Establish tooling requirements, fixture strategies, tooling consumption rates, and inventory standards.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost reduction, and delivery performance.

• Drive manufacturing process optimization for large-scale precision components weighing up to 50,000 lbs.

• Collaborate cross-functionally within a dynamic, matrixed manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 2 years of manufacturing or operations experience.

• Minimum of 2 additional years of manufacturing or operations experience.

• Hands-on CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with:

  • Mastercam

  • VERICUT

• Experience creating and optimizing CNC programs for advanced machining operations.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

  • Siemens NX

  • Esprit 2000

  • Inventor

  • NX or other 3D modeling software

• Experience programming and supporting:

  • Fanuc CNC Controls

  • Okuma Controls

  • Siemens Sinumerik ONE

  • Haas Controls

• Minimum one year of experience with:

  • Fanuc Macro B programming

  • Renishaw probing routines

  • Variable-based programming

  • Closed Loop Machining (CLM)

  • Advanced machine tool controls and sub-routines

• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Lean Manufacturing experience.

• Project management experience.

• Experience machining exotic materials and large-scale components.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a CNC programming assignment. It's an opportunity to contribute to technologies that help power industries and communities around the globe.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Work with a globally recognized leader in the energy sector.

• Gain exposure to advanced CNC technologies, machine controls, and precision manufacturing systems.

• Earn a competitive pay rate of $62.04 per hour.

• Collaborate with experienced engineers, manufacturing leaders, and technical experts.

• Contribute to high-impact projects involving large-scale, complex components.

• Lead process improvements and influence manufacturing excellence.

• Build valuable experience within an industry known for innovation, quality, and operational excellence.

• Enjoy a flexible first-shift schedule supporting work-life balance.

Ready to Program the Future?

If you're a skilled CNC Programmer with expertise in Mastercam, VERICUT, advanced machine controls, and precision manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take your CNC programming career to the next level with a global leader shaping the future of energy technology.

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