CNC Programmer/Process Engineer

Company: Prosources Trace-A-Matic LLC
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Are you ready to make a real impact? Looking for a stable, growing company where you can build your career and thrive? Your opportunity starts here. At Trace-A-Matic , our people are our greatest asset. We foster a clean, safe, and supportive work environment where individuals are empowered to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to deliver excellence in complex precision-machined components while exceeding customer expectations. We believe in sharing success. Through our Gainsharing program , we split profits 50/50 with employees—paid out quarterly. And if you're relocating, we've got you covered with relocation assistance to help make your transition smooth. Trace-A-Matic Offers: 10 Paid Holidays Serviced Base PTO Gainsharing Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more! On-site Fitness Center & Medical Clinic Weekly Pay Company Provided Uniforms and Safety Shoe Allowance Performance Merit Raises Climate Controlled Environment Free Employee Coffee Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Programmer Job Overview: The Process Engineer will provide engineering support for all plant CNC operations, and communicating to the Manufacturing Engineer Manager the need for CNC programs as necessary. The following essential functions are the critical duties an employee must be able to perform either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Define the operation process plan to : A. Determine best machine based on this criteria Efficiency – Most cost effective ($$) Availability – Delivery Requirements (Backlog) Back-up Machine (Contingency Planning) B. Determine Operation Steps/Sequences Best place to establish part zero (X,Y,Z,W) as they apply What sequence each feature event should be machined in What critical attributes should be included in the In-Process Inspection Determine best Work holding for each sequence Do we have available fixture/jaws to hold this part Do we need to make a fixture or jaws specific to this part Can we modify an existing fixture or set of jaws to hold this part Create the DPP Set-up details for each operation Determine cutting tools from stock, make or purchase Are the required tools to machine each feature in house Do they utilize technology (thru the tool coolant, Specific coatings, chip breaker, ect) Do we have to order any special tooling Create the DPP Tool List for each operation Gather costs for tooling/procure quotations Find competitive solutions for custom tooling Submit all tooling quotes for review Advise quoting of any tooling cost requirement Evaluate inspection Do we have all the required inspection tools needed to check each feature Do we have to purchase any special items to inspect a feature Communicate with quality Programming Work with Manufacturing Engineer Manager to create a productive CNC program based on the tooling and sequence of feature machining we discussed above. Negotiate starting feed/speed Parameters On complex machining operations work side by side with the set-up machinist as you proof out the CNC program, ensuring that it is running as intended. Work with machinist to modify as needed (Speed and Feeds) to achieve highest efficiency while maintaining realistic tool life. Main communication source between the Machinist and the Programming Office Additional Position Specific – Details 1.) Supporting high probability “project” quotes based on needed requirements. Generate ideas for manufacturing methodologies. Gather as much up front data as possible to optimize project start up. Based on requirements from customer orders, plan sequences of operations for machining and assembly of products. Ensure efficient and effective manufacturing methods are used that are compatible to available machines. Specifies, design and/or procures special tooling or equipment required to attain product per customer requirement with in budgeted cost and time. Programs CNC machines to effectively and efficiently produce desired product. Analyze and resolve machining and tooling issues to avoid problems. Create new or modify existing manufacturing drawings using CAD methodology. Value engineer existing products and processes to reduce cost, lead time and cycle times. Complies with all company policies/procedures. Complies with all military and contractual requirements. 2.) Solving problems during the NJSU project implementation Technical: through drawing and specification interpretation. (With the customer, in the office and on the shop floor.) Financial: Seek to prevent cost overruns by monitoring project costs and addressing issues as they appear. 3.) Driving awareness across the enterprise. Communicating schedule-related items to appropriate people in operation, scheduling, planning/purchasing, supplier management and quality assurance roles Identifying needs for special action when standard action is not meeting project goals. Communicating those needs appropriately. Facilitating resolution of manufacturing issues related to fixturing/tooling/programming where necessary, while understanding and respecting organizational lines of responsibility and communication. Facilitating resolution of quality/inspection related issues by communicating with quality assurance staff and the customer on when required. Requirements: Education: Requires an associate degree or equivalent job experience in CNC Machining/Programming. Experience: 5 years Minimum Skills and competencies: The Process Engineer must have strong manufacturing skills, CADCAM skills, blueprint reading skills (including GD&T), and communication skills. Specific FeatureCam and Solidworks experience would be a plus.

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