Fabrication Programmer–Laser Cutting, Press Brake &Robotic Weld

The Fabrication Programmer is responsible for programming, optimizing, and supporting sheet metal fabrication processes including laser cutting, CNC press brake operations, and robotic welding support. This role requires strong hands-on experience in SigmaNEST programming, laser cutting machines (Amada/Trumpf), and press brake systems (SafanDarley/Trumpf), along with exposure to welding fixture design and robotic welding processes.

Key Responsibilities

Laser Cutting & Nesting

• Develop and optimize programs usingSigmaNEST
• Create efficient nests to maximize material utilization and reduce scrap
• Program and supportAmada and Trumpf laser cutting machines
• Troubleshoot cut quality and process issues
• Drive improvements inOEE, cycle time, and material utilizationthrough optimized programming and process enhancements

Press Brake Programming

• Program and support: 

• SafanDarleypress brakes
• Trumpf press brakes

• Determinebend allowances, K-factor, and tooling selection
• Optimize bend sequences for accuracy and efficiency
• Support shop floor with setup and technical issues

Robotic Welding Support

• Assist indesign and development of weld fixtures
• SupportKUKA robotic welding operations
• Improve welding processes including sequencing and distortion control
• Ensure fixturerepeatability and production efficiency

Process Improvement

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve manufacturability
• Drive improvements in: 

• Cycle time
• Material utilization
• Product quality

• Maintain accurate documentation of programs and setups

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years of experience insheet metal fabrication programming
• Strong experience withSigmaNEST
• Knowledge of: 

• Laser cutting (Amada or Trumpf)
• CNC press brake programming

• Understanding of: 

• Bend deductions, K-factor, and forming processes

• Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD models

Preferred

• Experience withSafanDarleyE-Brake and Trumpf press brakes
• Exposure toKUKA robotic welding systems
• Experience inweld fixture design
• Manufacturing engineering or process improvement background

Key Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Hands-on manufacturing experience
• Attention to detail and process accuracy
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Knowledge ofOEE tracking, cost reduction strategies, and continuous improvement (Lean Manufacturing)