CNC Programmer -- Mastercam
Ascentec Engineering LLC · Tualatin, OR
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $60k–$100k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 22 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Ascentec Engineering LLC (industrial) in Tualatin, OR. Support, mentor, and help develop machinists, operators, and other programmers.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- GD&T, DOE, CNC, Machining, Tooling
- Base pay
- $60k–$100k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in Oregon: typical posted base $60k–$100k. This one lists $60k–$100k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 16 manufacturing technician openings in Oregon, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 18 other live manufacturing postings in Oregon.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 2+)
Typical $60k–$100k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Robotics 37%
- ✓ Tooling 32%
- SPC 26%
- Automation 26%
- Union environment 26%
- Team leadership 26%
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This plant: Ascentec Engineering LLC in Tualatin
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Full description from Ascentec Engineering LLCAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Requirements
Job
Responsibilities
- ◆Develop and program machining processes for complex precision components using Mastercam
- ◆Design machining strategies and fixtures for 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines
- ◆Own assigned projects from initial concept through production release and ongoing support
- ◆Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues directly on the shop floor
- ◆Support and improve legacy parts and existing production processes
- ◆Collaborate with international engineering and manufacturing partners, demonstrating professionalism, cultural awareness, and clear technical communication
- ◆Work closely with the Quality team to interpret CMM reports, dimensional data, and inspection results
- ◆Use precision measuring tools to validate setups, processes, and corrective actions
- ◆Provide manufacturability feedback to engineering and customers
- ◆Support, mentor, and help develop machinists, operators, and other programmers
- ◆Assist in standardizing best practices for programming, setups, and process documentation
- ◆Perform other tasks as assigned by leadership
- ◆Leading process reviews for other programmers’ work
- ◆Training and mentoring new or less experienced programmers
- ◆Supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to machining and CAM workflows
- ◆Acting as a technical resource across departments
Job
/ Experience & Technical Skills
- ✓5+ years of hands-on Mastercam programming experience
- ✓Proven experience programming and designing fixturing for horizontal 4 axis machines and horizontal and vertical 5-axis CNC machines
- ✓Experience with 5 axis mills with turning a plus
- ✓Strong ability to design and troubleshoot complex, multi-step machining processes
- ✓Solid print reading and GD&T fundamentals
- ✓Ability to read and interpret CMM and other quality reports and verity data with traditional measuring tools
- ✓Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of tooling, materials, and machining methods
- ✓Comfortable working directly on the shop floor to diagnose and resolve issues
- ✓Ability to work effectively as part of an international team across time zones
- ✓Professional communication style with awareness of cultural differences
- ✓Strong computer skills and understanding of file and data management
- ✓Associate degree (or higher) in a manufacturing-related field is a plus
Personal
Qualifications
- ✓Self-motivated with strong ownership of work
- ✓Professional, respectful, and culturally aware in all interactions
- ✓Flexible and willing to support team needs as priorities change
- ✓Strong problem-solving mindset focused on practical solutions
- ✓Quality-driven with attention to detail
- ✓Honest, reliable, and dependable
- ✓Effective verbal and written communication skills
- ✓Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment
Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
qualifications
and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Description
Ascentec Engineering is hiring a CNC Programmer in the Machining division who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting robust machining processes for advanced precision components. This role requires deep Mastercam experience and the ability to design, troubleshoot, and improve complex machining processes on 4- and 5-axis CNC machines.
The selected candidate will have project-level ownership of critical components, including new development and legacy production parts. Success in this role requires strong technical judgment, hands-on problem solving on the shop floor, and close collaboration with machinists, operators, quality personnel, and international engineering partners. This position plays a key role in maintaining product quality, improving manufacturability, and raising overall production capability.
This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin, Oregon headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.
Working Conditions
- •May sit for extended periods while programming
- •Frequent interaction with production areas; noise levels range from low to moderate
- •Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as required
- •The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.