CNC Manufacturing Engineer

Hirecruiting; Cleveland, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hirecruiting in Cleveland, OH is seeking a CNC Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize CNC production processes. You will create operation sequences, design tooling, and generate NC/CNC programs to guide operators, while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires hands-on CNC experience with Mazak machines and extensive milling/turning, including 5-axis centers. Knowledge of ISO/QS/TS or Six Sigma is a plus, with strong problem-solving and cross-functional communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality, or related areas.
• Hands-on 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing methods for CNC production.
• Create and maintain sequences of operations to produce parts per drawings.
• Specify/design tooling for CNC operations.
• Develop and maintain NC/CNC programs and drawings for operators.
• Specify inspection gauging and establish inspection frequency.
• Liaise to resolve manufacturing issues and maintain schedules.
• Implement corrective actions to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability to reduce costs.
• Lead continuous improvement to reduce cost and lead times.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical mindset

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mazak machines

Control systems

Job description

# CNC Manufacturing EngineerApply**CNC Manufacturing Engineer** Cleveland, OH $120,000-$140,000 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–s 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.