Manufacturing Engineer, CNC Machining (New Grad December 2026)

The role

You will develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for complex metal components and post-processing of 3D printed parts. You will work with multi-axis machines to refine machining processes and collaborate with engineers to establish machining standards.

What you will do

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC programs for complex metal components
• Program, set up, and refine operations on multi-axis CNC machines
• Interpret CAD models, technical drawings, and GD&T specifications
• Select and optimize cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies
• Troubleshoot and resolve CNC programming issues
• Create, maintain, and update CNC program libraries and process documentation
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and machine utilization
• Collaborate with additive designers on custom workholding
• Design and deploy automation solutions
• Provide technical support, training, and hands-on troubleshooting on the production floor

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience with CNC programming and machining (internships and/or collegiate engineering clubs are acceptable)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Nice to have

• Experience with MasterCAM or Hypermill
• Experience with 5-axis machines
• Experience with DMG Mori and Siemens controls
• Experience machining hard metals such as titanium or Inconel
• Experience with automation programming for probe alignment, in-situ quality checks, and adaptive process compensation
• Familiarity with metal 3D printed parts and their post-processing requirements
• Familiarity with machining castings or forgings
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to debugging machining processes
• Experience with quality control tools, including CMM, micrometers, and thread gauges
• Ability to work with power tools, hand tools, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment

Benefits

• Significant stock option packages
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance provided
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
• Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
• Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events

About the company

Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts. The company aims to become the world leader in the manufacturing of high-value metal 3D printed parts.