CMM Programmer
Linamar — Fletcher, NC, United States
Posted 2026-10-02
Job Summary The CMM / 3D Scan Programmer creates, validates, and maintains dimensional inspection programs for tactile CMMs and non-contact 3D scanning systems. This role is the plant's technical owner of inspection programs and equipment health: interpreting GD&T on customer drawings, building robust Polyworks, PC-DMIS and/or ZEISS Calypso programs, recovering equipment quickly when faults occur, and diagnosing whether a problem lies in the part, the fixture, the program, or the machine. The programmer works closely with Engineering, Production, and the Quality team to deliver accurate, timely dimensional data for production, launches, PPAP, and problem solving. Responsibility Responsible for the following: Inspection Programming Develop, debug, and optimize CMM programs in PC-DMIS and/or ZEISS Calypso from 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for as-cast and machined aluminum components. Build alignments that correctly reflect the drawing's datum reference frame, including datum targets and datum schemes typical of castings. Develop and maintain 3D scan inspection routines (surface comparison, sections, feature extraction) using structured-light scanning software such as ZEISS INSPECT /