Lead CNC Programmer - VTL

GE Vernova•Greenville, SC

7d•$81,700 - $136,700

About The Position

As a member of the CAD/CAM team, the Lead CNC Programmer contributes to factory volume ramp and standardization efforts. The role designs, optimizes, validates, and supports CNC programs and machining processes for complex, large-format equipment and high-temperature superalloys. It works with Manufacturing Engineers and shop-floor teams to integrate new equipment, establish machining standards, prove out first-piece components, troubleshoot production, and train operators. The role uses Siemens NX and other CAD/CAM software, alongside digital-twin and verification tools such as Vericut and Siemens Run My Virtual Machine. The equipment and processes include large VTLs and VBMs up to 2.5 meters, five-axis mills, multi-purpose turn/grind machines, EDM, probing, closed-loop machining, and related tooling and fixturing. The position also leads process-improvement projects and provides day-to-day CNC support in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Access to U.S. export-controlled information is required; any applicable offer is contingent on obtaining U.S. Government authorization. Employment is conditioned on legal authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree, or graduation from a machinist apprenticeship or similar program, plus 3 years of experience with graphical-based CAM-system CNC programming; alternatively, a high school degree plus 6 years of such experience.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with above-average shop math skills in geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to interpret drawing requirements.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
For access to U.S. export-controlled information, ability to obtain U.S. Government authorization where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience creating five-axis CNC programs using a CAM system, preferably NX.
At least 1 year of experience with high-level machine tool controls, including subroutines/macros, Renishaw probing routines, variable-based programming, and closed-loop machining.
Significant hands-on machinist experience and ability to personally set up and prove out complex first-piece programs.
Experience managing tight tolerances on large-format equipment such as VTLs and VBMs up to 2.5 meters, including challenges related to part deflection, work hardening, and thermal stability.
Extensive experience machining nickel-based superalloys such as Inconel, Rene, or Hastelloy, particularly for Heavy Duty Gas Turbine or aerospace components.
Experience with Vericut or other CNC verification or machine-simulation software.
Strong familiarity with multiple machine controls, including Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, and Siemens.

Responsibilities

Design and optimize high-efficiency CNC programs for complex multi-axis setups machining high-temperature superalloys.
Use digital-twin software, including Vericut, to validate CNC code and optimize toolpaths before production.
Develop adaptive probing routines, macro programming, and closed-loop machining processes.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineers and shop-floor teams to commission new machine tools and establish baseline machining standards.
Provide technical mentoring, troubleshoot setups, prove out first-piece components, and share knowledge across the team.
Support large VTLs, VBMs, five-axis mills, and multi-purpose turn/grind machines up to 2.5 meters.
Generate and maintain CNC programs using NX-CAM or other software for multi-axis milling, turning, grinding, and/or EDM.
Create programs that follow standards and qualified machining parameters.
Provide CNC support to Manufacturing Engineers and train operators during new or rebuilt machine startup and process improvements.
Provide daily CNC programming and troubleshooting support to shop-floor operators.
Support and implement tooling and fixturing requirements for CNC machine tools.
Generate and support workstation instructions (methods) for CNC-related issues.
Initiate and lead process-improvement projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
Communicate effectively with appropriate team members.
Work independently and within a team-based, matrixed organization, contributing to positive change in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Health Coach access and a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Permissive time off.
Professional development and a challenging career environment.