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Numerical Control Tool Programmers

Numerical control tool programmers write programs that control machine tools.

Tool programmers plan their work in the same manner as machinists. First, they review blueprints and compute the size and position of the cuts. Usually programmers run a computer simulation to determine whether the program is functioning properly.

Quick Facts

Wages:  Above the statewide median   $25.06 / hour

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Employment Outlook:   Percent Growth   -17.1%
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Education and Training Needed:
Work experience (in related occupation)

Skills Needed:

Programming Computers ,  Monitoring Equipment,  Monitoring Performance 

Job Title Examples:

CAD CAM Programmer (Computer-Aided Design Computer-Aided Manufacturing Programmer),  Programmer,  Project Engineer