• CAD/CAM Manufacturing Engineer

    Actalent (Cordova, TN)


    CAD/CAM Manufacturing Engineer About the Role

     

    Step into a role where engineering precision meets advanced manufacturing. As a CNC Programmer, you’ll design and optimize CNC programs that drive high‑performance machining in a regulated medical device environment. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy turning complex geometries into efficient toolpaths, improving manufacturing capability, and influencing how products are made from the ground up.

     

    You’ll work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Product Development teams to push machining performance, enhance process reliability, and ensure every component meets the highest quality standards.

    What You’ll Do

    + Develop advanced CNC programs using CAD/CAM tools (Mastercam preferred) for multi‑axis machining.

    + Translate engineering models and specifications into precise machine instructions.

    + Optimize machining strategies by analyzing material removal rates, tool life, and cycle times.

    + Run and validate CNC programs through test cuts, prove‑outs, and iterative refinement.

    + Monitor machining operations and adjust parameters to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency.

    + Inspect and verify finished components against engineering requirements and quality standards.

    + Maintain equipment readiness through daily checks, coolant management, and basic troubleshooting.

    + Document processes and production data in accordance with ISO quality management systems.

    + Protect equipment and processes by following safe, standardized machining practices.

    Essential Engineering Skills

    + Expertise in CNC programming with strong Mastercam proficiency.

    + Experience with multi‑axis machining and CAD/CAM‑driven toolpath creation.

    + Ability to engineer solutions within a regulated manufacturing environment.

    + Strong understanding of machining processes including feeds, speeds, tooling, and workholding.

    + Hands‑on experience with program prove‑outs and on‑machine debugging.

    Additional Qualifications

    + Ability to create detailed work instructions and support operator training.

    + Clear communication skills for collaborating with engineering, production, and external partners.

    + Experience driving cost and process improvements through smarter programming and machining strategies.

    + Strong file management discipline aligned with internal and quality‑system requirements.

    + Willingness to mentor machinists and junior programmers as a technical subject matter expert.

     

    Work Environment

     

    You’ll join a medical device manufacturing team in a collaborative environment with engineering, production, and quality teams, along with competitive benefits including paid holidays and vacation.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cordova, TN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Cordova,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.