Get Paid to Program CNC Parts

Earn $25–40+/hr working from anywhere on real production jobs. Keep 100% of your rate — no platform fees on your earnings.

Why ToolpathCloud

Pre-qualified jobs

Every job has the complete machine, tool library, and drawings uploaded before you start. No chasing information.

Fusion 360 only

All work is done in Fusion 360. No context switching between different CAM platforms.

Transparent time tracking

Clock in/out from the platform. Your time is logged, visible to the shop, and forms the basis of your payment.

Tier progression

Start at Standard tier. Build your rating. Progress to Pro and Expert for higher-value work.

Work on your schedule

Accept jobs when you have capacity. Set your availability and only take work that fits your schedule.

100% of your rate

Shops pay a platform subscription. Your hourly rate is all yours — no freelancer commission deducted.

The Vetting Process

1

Apply

Register and fill out your profile — machine types, software versions, years of experience.

2

Download the sample part

You receive a 3D model, 2D drawing, tool library, and machine specification. This is a real production-style part.

3

Program and submit

Program the part in Fusion 360 using the provided tools and machine, and upload your program with a setup sheet.

4

Expert review

Our team reviews your submission against the platform's standards — tolerances, toolpath quality, surface finish strategies, setup logic, and efficiency.

5

Get approved and start earning

Approved programmers enter the platform at Standard tier and start receiving job assignments.

Earning Potential

Tier3-axis5-axisMill-turn
Standard$25–30/hr$35–40/hr$40+/hr
Pro$30–38/hr$40–50/hr$50+/hr
Expert$38–45/hr$50–65/hr$65+/hr
Apply as a Programmer