DFM - CNC Machining (5-axis Milling Estimators)

Summary

SendCutSend is an on-demand manufacturing company specializing in custom sheet metal and CNC machining. The 5-Axis Milling Estimator reviews complex CNC machining orders for manufacturability, evaluates machining strategies using Fusion 360 CAM, optimizes customer files, and communicates recommended adjustments while coordinating with support, programming, and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming CNC machining orders to evaluate manufacturability, feasibility, and production alignment
• Perform detailed DFM checks for complex multi-axis machined parts
• Modify or optimize customer files using Fusion 360 CAM as needed to meet production standards
• Evaluate machining strategy, toolpaths, workholding approach, and risk areas prior to release
• Communicate clearly with customers regarding manufacturability concerns and recommended adjustments
• Partner with Support, Programming, and Production teams to ensure customer objectives and operational goals are aligned
• Support continuous improvement of DFM workflows, documentation standards, and estimating processes
• Maintain accuracy and consistency in technical reviews while meeting volume and turnaround expectations

Skills

• 3+ years of direct experience programming 5-axis CNC mills using Fusion 360 CAM
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong understanding of machining strategies, toolpath optimization, feeds and speeds, and workholding methods
• Ability to evaluate part geometry and identify manufacturability risks
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers
• Experience working cross-functionally with programming and production teams
• Strong computer proficiency and comfort working within digital production systems
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple reviews in a fast-paced environment
• Employee must establish and maintain a dedicated, safe, confidential, and ergonomic home workspace
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment for remote work
• 5+ years of CNC milling experience in a production environment
• Experience estimating machining time or quoting complex parts
• Familiarity with high-mix, low-volume production workflows
• Exposure to automation or workflow optimization within CAM systems
• Prior experience in a customer-facing technical role

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of direct experience programming 5-axis CNC mills using Fusion 360 CAM
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong understanding of machining strategies, toolpath optimization, feeds and speeds, and workholding methods
• Ability to evaluate part geometry and identify manufacturability risks
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers
• Experience working cross-functionally with programming and production teams
• Strong computer proficiency and comfort working within digital production systems
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple reviews in a fast-paced environment
• Employee must establish and maintain a dedicated, safe, confidential, and ergonomic home workspace
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment for remote work

Nice to Haves

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience in a production environment
• Experience estimating machining time or quoting complex parts
• Familiarity with high-mix, low-volume production workflows
• Exposure to automation or workflow optimization within CAM systems
• Prior experience in a customer-facing technical role

Benefits

• Work from home position