CNC Manufacturing Engineer

Hunter Recruiting; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Recruiting is seeking a CNC Manufacturing Engineer in Ohio to develop, evaluate, and continuously improve CNC processes, tooling, and documentation for quality and cost targets.

The role requires a mechanical engineering background with 5–10 years of experience, hands-on Mazak and 5-axis machining, and a focus on manufacturability and ISO/QS/TS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related areas.
• Hands-on experience in CNC operations and tooling design; experience may substitute for some education.
• Experience with Mazak machines and control systems is required.
• Extensive experience in milling and turning, including 5-axis machining centers.
• Fixturing and automation experience is heavily preferred.
• Knowledge of NC/CNC programming, inspection methods, and manufacturing documentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO, QS, TS, or Six Sigma standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing methods for CNC production.
• Create and maintain sequences of operations to produce parts in accordance with product drawings.
• Specify and/or design tooling required for CNC operations.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including NC/CNC programs and operational drawings, to guide operators.
• Specify and/or design inspection gauging and establish inspection frequency to ensure products meet specifications.
• Serve as a liaison to resolve manufacturing issues and maintain production schedules.
• Identify and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring problems, ensuring quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability to maintain low production costs.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, shorten lead times, and improve quality.
• Develop, comply with, and support ISO-9000, QS-9000, TS-16949, and Six Sigma procedures to maintain certifications and meet customer requirements.
• Train and develop team members to ensure continuity of departmental capabilities.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical mindset

Clear communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Mazak machines

5-axis machining centers

Job description

We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated CNC Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate is a go-getter who constantly looks for innovative ways to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. This role involves developing, evaluating, and continuously improving manufacturing methods in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

CNC Manufacturing Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing methods for CNC production.
• Create and maintain sequences of operations to produce parts in accordance with product drawings.
• Specify and/or design tooling required for CNC operations.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including NC/CNC programs and operational drawings, to guide operators.
• Specify and/or design inspection gauging and establish inspection frequency to ensure products meet specifications.
• Serve as a liaison to resolve manufacturing issues and maintain production schedules.
• Identify and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring problems, ensuring quality, delivery, and cost targets are met.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability to maintain low production costs.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, shorten lead times, and improve quality.
• Develop, comply with, and support ISO-9000, QS-9000, TS-16949, and Six Sigma procedures to maintain certifications and meet customer requirements.
• Train and develop team members to ensure continuity of departmental capabilities.

CNC Manufacturing Engineer Required Competencies

• Strong problem-solving skills: identify and resolve issues, gather and analyze information, develop alternative solutions, and collaborate effectively.
• Strong analytical and process improvement mindset.
• Clear communication of technical information to cross-functional teams.

CNC Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality, or related areas.
• Hands-on experience in CNC operations, tooling design, and process improvement may substitute for some educational requirements.
• Experience with Mazak machines and control systems required.
• Extensive experience in milling and turning operations, including 5-axis machining centers, is essential.
• Fixturing and automation experience is heavily preferred.
• Knowledge of NC/CNC programming, inspection methods, and manufacturing documentation preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO, QS, TS, or Six Sigma standards is a plus.