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Manufacturing Engineer (process development)
Employment Type:
Direct
Category: Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Job Number: 10880
Pay Rate: $130k - $160k/yr
Job Description
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred but not required with demonstrated technical capability
- 10+ years of experience developing machining and processing plans for complex metallic parts
- Extensive aerospace manufacturing experience with hands-on machining of hardened metals including tough steels and titanium
- Deep understanding of post-machining processes such as heat treating, plating, and surface treatments affecting material properties
- Mastery of machining methods including CNC machining techniques, tooling strategies, and machine selection
- Experience with manufacturing process troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
- Knowledge of metallurgy, process optimization, and Quality Control standards
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and critique detailed technical drawings and specifications
Responsibilities
- Develop and own machining and processing plans for complex high-difficulty metallic components
- Serve as the primary process engineering authority for assigned parts and manufacturing programs
- Support new product introductions from a manufacturing process perspective and troubleshoot production challenges
- Apply deep metallurgy and process expertise to improve product quality, yield, and manufacturability
- Collaborate closely with CNC programmers, machinists, quality, and production teams to ensure process efficiency and integrity