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CNC Programmer – R&D and Prototyping – Philadelphia, PA

Kensington 360 · Philadelphia, PA

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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Kensington 360 (industrial) in Philadelphia, PA. Kensington360 is supporting a large multinational medical device manufacturer in the appointment of a CNC Programmer for its advanced research and product development facility in Philadelphia.

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Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), CNC, Machining, Tooling
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How this role compares

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Experience asked
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Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 58%
  • ✓ Tooling 42%
  • ✓ CNC 33%
  • ✓ Machining 33%
  • Automation 21%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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requirements

evolve regularly, making this an excellent opportunity for a programmer who enjoys technically challenging and varied work.

The Role

You will develop, write and optimise CNC programs using Mastercam for complex, high-precision components. Working closely with R&D engineers and machinists, you will help transform CAD models and prototype specifications into reliable machining processes.

The machining environment includes Haas equipment, Star Swiss-type machines, Mikron S400 machines and Heidenhain-controlled equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Develop, write and optimise CNC programs using Mastercam
  • ◆Program complex components across multi-axis CNC and Swiss-type machining platforms
  • ◆Interpret CAD models, engineering drawings and prototype specifications
  • ◆Support new product development, prototype and validation builds
  • ◆Collaborate with R&D engineers, machinists and product development teams
  • ◆Troubleshoot programming, tooling and machining challenges
  • ◆Optimise toolpaths, machining strategies and cycle times
  • ◆Produce high-precision components to demanding tolerances
  • ◆Adapt programs as component designs and

requirements

evolve

  • ✓Maintain documentation within a regulated manufacturing environment

What We’re Looking For

You will need proven CNC programming experience and strong proficiency with Mastercam. You should also be comfortable programming multi-axis machinery and producing complex, tightly toleranced components.

Experience with Heidenhain controls is particularly relevant. Previous work within an R&D, prototyping, NPI or low-volume, high-mix environment would be advantageous.

Candidates from medical device, aerospace, precision engineering or similarly regulated, high-specification manufacturing industries are encouraged to apply.

You should bring strong problem-solving skills, close attention to detail and the adaptability required to work with frequently changing prototype designs.

Why Apply?

  • ✓$90,000 annual salary
  • ✓Stable Monday–Friday late shift
  • ✓Comprehensive relocation support
  • ✓Low-volume, technically varied prototype work
  • ✓Direct involvement in new medical device development
  • ✓Exposure to advanced machining and R&D technologies
  • ✓Opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation
  • ✓Long-term development within an innovative engineering environment
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CNC Programmer – R&D / Prototyping

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$90,000 per year

Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM

Comprehensive relocation support available

Kensington360 is supporting a large multinational medical device manufacturer in the appointment of a CNC Programmer for its advanced research and product development facility in Philadelphia.

This is not a conventional high-volume production position. You will work in an R&D prototype machining environment, supporting engineers and product development teams as they design, test and validate the next generation of medical technologies.

The work is low-volume and high-mix, typically involving batches of approximately 20–40 components. Designs, materials and manufacturing

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