CNC Process Engineer

Specialized Recruiting Group - Rochester Hills, Troy, & Clinton Twp, MI; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Specialized Recruiting Group - Rochester Hills, Troy, & Clinton Twp, MI seeks a hands-on CNC Process Engineer to develop, launch, troubleshoot, and improve machining processes in a high-volume automotive machining environment in Macomb.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, tooling suppliers, and technical teams to create production-ready processes and resolve complex machining concerns.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in metal machining or CNC process development.
• Automotive machining experience preferred.
• Hands-on CNC turning and milling experience.
• Ability to read, write, and edit G-code/M-code.
• Experience developing machining processes, tooling plans, and setup documentation.
• Strong knowledge of cutting tools, workholding, speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and chip load.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
• AutoCAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve CNC machining processes for lathes and mills.
• Read, write, and edit CNC programs using G-code and M-code.
• Develop tooling and cutting plans based on process requirements.
• Select and source initial tooling for new programs and launches.
• Complete initial machine setups and create process setup sheets.
• Create and maintain process drawings and tool paths.
• Lead process development from initial concept through production readiness.
• Support APQP and new-product launch activities.
• Conduct tooling trials and recommend changes based on performance, tool life, quality, and cost.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, quality, and production concerns.
• Support corrective actions and resolve uncommon or complex process issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, quality, scrap, tooling performance, and overall process efficiency.
• Train setup technicians, technical personnel, and machine operators on new or revised processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout production.

Skills

CNC turning & milling

G-code & M-code editing

Troubleshooting

Process development

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

A high-volume automotive machining manufacturer in Macomb is seeking a hands-on CNC Process Engineer to develop, launch, troubleshoot, and improve machining processes. This position works closely with production, engineering, quality, tooling suppliers, and technical teams to create production-ready processes and resolve complex machining concerns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve CNC machining processes for lathes and mills
• Read, write, and edit CNC programs using G-code and M-code
• Develop tooling and cutting plans based on process requirements
• Select and source initial tooling for new programs and launches
• Complete initial machine setups and create process setup sheets
• Create and maintain process drawings and tool paths
• Lead process development from initial concept through production readiness
• Support APQP and new-product launch activities
• Conduct tooling trials and recommend changes based on performance, tool life, quality, and cost
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, quality, and production concerns
• Support corrective actions and resolve uncommon or complex process issues
• Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, quality, scrap, tooling performance, and overall process efficiency
• Train setup technicians, technical personnel, and machine operators on new or revised processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout production

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in metal machining or CNC process development
• Automotive machining experience strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with CNC turning and milling
• Ability to manually read, write, and edit G-code and M-code
• Experience developing machining processes, tooling plans, and setup documentation
• Strong understanding of cutting tools, workholding, speeds, feeds, depth of cut, and chip load
• Knowledge of carbide, high-speed steel, ceramic, and other cutting-tool materials
• Experience reading blueprints and applying GD&T
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, and FMEA
• AutoCAD experience
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with grinding, hobbing, or shaper cutting is helpful
• Ability to work hands-on with production teams and independently manage technical projects

Compensation and Benefits

• $80,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
• Direct-hire employment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matchPaid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and company-sponsored training
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization