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What is a numerical tool programmer and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a numerical tool programmer. For example, did you know that they make an average of $38.2 an hour? That's $79,449 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow -8% and produce -83,800 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreNumerical Tool ProgrammerUS Average
Salary
6.2

Avg. Salary $79,449

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
6.3

Growth rate -8%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
6.2
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.84%

Asian 4.84%

Black or African American 3.82%

Hispanic or Latino 9.78%

Unknown 5.31%

White 75.42%

Gender

female 9.76%

male 90.24%

Age - 43
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 43
Stress level
6.3

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
7.8

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
5.2

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a numerical tool programmer

  1. Explore numerical tool programmer education requirements

    Most common numerical tool programmer degrees

    Bachelor's

    42.3 %

    Associate

    26.9 %

    Master's

    19.2 %
  2. Start to develop specific numerical tool programmer skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Unreal Engine35.33%
    Python32.38%
    GUI12.78%
    C++5.54%
    C5.47%
  3. Complete relevant numerical tool programmer training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New numerical tool programmers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a numerical tool programmer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real numerical tool programmer resumes.
  4. Research numerical tool programmer duties and responsibilities

    • Design object-oriented, pattern-driven Java tools to flexibly manage scientific data archive to an SQL database.
    • Set up, program, and run parts on Mazak CNC milling machines.
    • Develop internal graphics engine to incorporate the same feature set on PC , 3DS & PSVita.
    • Define M71-M79 parameters for external communication with PLC5, Ethernet, Fanuc robot, and assemble line.
  5. Apply for numerical tool programmer jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a numerical tool programmer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average numerical tool programmer salary

The average numerical tool programmer salary in the United States is $79,449 per year or $38 per hour. Numerical tool programmer salaries range between $56,000 and $111,000 per year.

Average numerical tool programmer salary
$79,449 Yearly
$38.20 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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