CNC Manufacturing Engineer - Precision Machining

Gwynedd; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwynedd Manufacturing, located in North Wales, PA, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and sustain machining and inspection processes that support production. The role emphasizes CNC programming, tooling and fixture design, and process optimization to achieve right-first-time execution.

Collaborate with Design and Engineering to enhance manufacturability, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and train operators on standard procedures in a fast-paced defense manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 4–5 years of hands-on experience with 4- or 5-axis CNC programming and machining.
• Familiarity with CAM software such as FeatureCAM, PartMaker, PowerMill, or NX.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimize manufacturing processes that support the company’s Business Plan, focusing on right-first-time execution and efficient product flow.
• Design and develop machining and measurement tooling, fixtures, and programs that meet production and quality standards.
• Support capability acquisition and technology integration for new and existing product lines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with Design and Engineering teams to improve product manufacturability during R&D and production stages.
• Apply engineering expertise to troubleshoot and improve tooling life, machining strategies, and programming.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Communicate technical and process-related information across all levels of the organization.
• Provide training and guidance to machine operators on SOPs and work instructions.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

CAM software

ISO 9001

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

FeatureCAM

PartMaker

PowerMill

NX

Job description

Gwynedd Manufacturing, located in North Wales, PA, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and sustain machining and inspection processes that support production. The role emphasizes CNC programming, tooling and fixture design, and process optimization to achieve right-first-time execution.

Collaborate with Design and Engineering to enhance manufacturability, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and train operators on standard procedures in a fast-paced defense manufacturing