Senior CNC Programmer; 3D CAD/CAM
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Fabrication, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Otherworld | Columbus, Ohio | Full-Time, Hybrid
Base Salary: $80,000–$95,000 annually
Target Total Cash Compensation: $88,000–$104,500 annually, including a discretionary performance bonus target of 10%.
Otherworld is seeking an experienced CNC programmer and digital fabrication specialist to help build our next large-scale immersive experience.
We're looking for someone who combines advanced CAD/CAM expertise with creative problem-solving, technical leadership, and fabrication experience. You'll work alongside artists, designers, and fabricators to turn ambitious concepts into complex physical environments and installations.
Key Responsibilities- Turn concept artwork and models into fabrication-ready 3D models and technical drawings using Fusion 360 or comparable software.
- Create and optimize CAM programs, CNC toolpaths, and machining workflows for routers, foam mills, hot-wire cutters, and related equipment.
- Oversee 3D printing workflows, including model preparation, slicing, prototyping, troubleshooting, and integration.
- Manage digital fabrication schedules, production priorities, and project deliverables.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to a small team of CNC operators and fabricators.
- Troubleshoot equipment, improve production processes, and collaborate with creative and fabrication teams.
- Advanced experience with CAD/CAM, CNC programming, and 3D modeling.
- Ability to independently translate complex designs into practical fabrication solutions.
- Experience with CNC routers, multi-axis machining, and fabrication workflows.
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills.
- Experience with sculptural fabrication, foam milling, FROG3D, Shop Sabre, Laguna, or 3D printing is a plus.
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- 15 days PTO annually
- 401K
This is a full-time position on-site with some flexibility for remote programming and design work, depending on the candidate's experience and location.
The role will initially focus on an 18-month project to develop our next immersive attraction. Our goal is to retain the right candidate beyond this project, with potential opportunities involving future Otherworld locations, affiliated ventures, and commercial scenic fabrication projects. Continued employment will depend on future project opportunities and business needs and is not guaranteed.
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