Automation Programmer; CNC, SigmaNEST & Robot
Job in
Roanoke, Denton County, Texas, 76299, USA
Listed on 2026-06-12
Listing for:
Cumminscleantech
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Today Requisition
The Fabrication Programmer is responsible for programming, optimizing, and supporting sheet metal fabrication processes including laser cutting, CNC press brake operations, and robotic welding support. This role requires strong hands‑on experience in Sigma
NEST programming, laser cutting machines (Amada/Trumpf), and press brake systems (Safan Darley/Trumpf), along with exposure to welding fixture design and robotic welding processes.
- Develop and optimize programs using SigmaNEST
- Create efficient nests to maximize material utilisation and reduce scrap
- Program and support Amada and Trumpf laser cutting machines
- Troubleshoot cut quality and process issues
- Drive improvements in OEE, cycle time, and material utilisation through optimised programming and process enhancements
- Program and support Safan Darley press brakes
- Program and support Trumpf press brakes
- Determine bend allowances, K‑factor, and tooling selection
- Optimize bend sequences for accuracy and efficiency
- Support shop floor with set‑up and technical issues
- Assist in design and development of weld fixtures
- Support KUKA robotic welding operations
- Improve welding processes including sequencing and distortion control
- Ensure fixture repeatability and production efficiency
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturability
- Drive improvements in cycle time
- Maintain accurate documentation of programs and set‑ups
- 3+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication programming
- Strong experience with SigmaNEST
- Knowledge of laser cutting (Amada or Trumpf), CNC press brake programming
- Understanding of bend deductions, K‑factor, and forming processes
- Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD models
- Experience with Safan Darley E‑Brake and Trumpf press brakes
- Exposure to KUKA robotic welding systems
- Experience in weld fixture design
- Manufacturing engineering or process improvement background
- Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting ability
- Hands‑on manufacturing experience
- Attention to detail and process accuracy
- Good communication and cross‑functional collaboration
- Knowledge of OEE tracking, cost reduction strategies, and continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing)
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