Develop and optimize production-ready CAM toolpaths in Autodesk Fusion 360 for 3/4/5-axis CNC machining. Simulate, verify, and refine toolpaths, configure post-processors, create setup sheets and tooling lists, and document machining strategies and instructional content. Review first-part inspection feedback and improve manufacturability, cycle time, and quality.
About Us
Gramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.
Role Overview
We are looking for experienced CAM Programmers with strong hands-on expertise in Autodesk Fusion 360, multi-axis CNC machining, toolpath strategy, and post-processor configuration. The role focuses on creating production-quality CAM outputs and clear instructional material that reflects real manufacturing best practices. No previous AI experience is required.
CONTRACT: Short-term contractor assignment, paid per approved task
COMMITMENT: Flexible, subject to minimum weekly task submissions
LOCATIONS: Remote, GLOBAL
PROCESS: 30-minute AI interview → Hiring Manager review
HOURLY RATE: $25 - $50/h
NOTE: Strong Fusion 360 experience and hands-on multi-axis CNC programming are key requirements.
Responsibilities
- Develop precision CAM toolpaths in Autodesk Fusion 360 for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining.
- Program complex milling and turning operations across metals and plastics.
- Optimize machining strategies based on material, tolerance, tooling, and machine capabilities.
- Simulate and verify toolpaths to identify collisions, gouging, and inefficient machining operations.
- Configure, tune, and document CNC post-processors for different machine environments.
- Create setup sheets, tooling lists, and machining strategy documentation.
- Produce clear instructional content and walkthroughs covering CAM programming techniques and best practices.
- Review first-part results and inspection feedback to improve machining strategies.
- Refine toolpaths based on quality, cycle time, and manufacturability requirements.
- Document technical decisions clearly for downstream manufacturing professionals.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of hands-on CAM programming experience.
- Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Fusion 360 Manufacturing/CAM.
- Proven experience programming 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining operations.
- Strong knowledge of milling, turning, tooling, feeds and speeds, and toolpath optimization.
- Experience configuring or modifying CNC post-processors.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
- Experience machining materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or engineering plastics.
- Excellent written English and ability to document complex CAM workflows clearly.
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