
CNC and CAD Programmer, Waterjet Experience
SolutionCX
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $40,000 per year
About the role
- Review and interpret CAD drawings, templates, and fabrication specifications for countertop.
- Create, modify, and optimize CNC programs for stone, quartz, and solid surface cutting, polishing, and finishing.
- Set up and configure CNC machines (routers, saws, polishers) for production runs.
- Collaborate with CAD designers, project coordinators, and fabrication teams to ensure designs are machine-ready.
- Monitor CNC operations to ensure output meets accuracy, quality, and efficiency standards.
- Troubleshoot programming and machining issues and adjust as needed.
- Maintain organized program files, revision control, and technical documentation.
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance production speed, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
- Receive and review bid invitations and project assignments for commercial and residential builds.
- Analyze architectural drawings, specifications, and scope documents.
- Measure and estimate countertop materials, fabrication requirements, and installation labor.
- Utilize software such as Bluebeam REVU, AutoCAD, and CG Quotes (Moraware) for takeoffs, slab optimization, and plan interpretation.
- Prepare detailed bid spreadsheets, pricing proposals, and formal bid letters.
- Communicate with suppliers, fabricators, and contractors to obtain pricing, clarify project details, and resolve RFIs.
- Submit complete bid packages by required deadlines.
- Maintain organized documentation of proposals, bids, and correspondence.
- Support post-bid follow-ups and handovers for awarded projects.
Requirements
- Technical diploma, vocational training, or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Drafting, Construction Management, or related field.
- Experience as a CNC Programmer, Estimator, or blended role within countertop fabrication, millwork, or construction.
- Proven ability to read and interpret CAD drawings and architectural plans.
- CNC programming software proficiency (AlphaCAM, Mastercam, or similar).
- CAD and estimating software proficiency (AutoCAD, Bluebeam REVU, CG Quotes/Moraware).
- Strong understanding of countertop fabrication, stone/quartz handling, and installation requirements.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
CNC programmingCAD interpretationCNC machine setupCNC operations monitoringprogram troubleshootingprocess improvementmaterial estimationfabrication specificationscountertop fabricationinstallation requirements
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationorganizationattention to detailproblem-solving
Certifications
Technical diplomavocational trainingdegree in Mechanical Engineeringdegree in Industrial Technologydegree in Draftingdegree in Construction Management