CNC Process Engineer Manager

gpac; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac seeks a CNC Process Engineer Manager for a precision manufacturing organization that works across 5-axis milling, Swiss machining, and mill-turn technologies to produce complex, high‑quality components. Technical leaders will influence quoting, manufacturing strategy, product launches, and continuous improvement from concept through production.

You will manage engineering personnel, develop CNC programs with Mastercam or PartMaker, and collaborate with machinists to optimize processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/manufacturing/industrial engineering preferred.
• Alternative: associate degree with 5+ years machine-shop process engineering experience.
• 10+ years of CNC/process engineering acceptable without a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC processes for 5-axis milling, Swiss, and mill-turn applications.
• Establish quoting, workholding, tooling, and production methods.
• Create and troubleshoot CNC programs using Mastercam/PartMaker.
• Analyze specs to determine optimal manufacturing methods.
• Lead manufacturing process improvement with machinists and teams.
• Support new product development and assembly projects.

Skills

5-axis CNC machining

Swiss machining

Mill-turn equipment

Problem solving

Technical leadership

Cross-functional communication

Independent troubleshooting

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Eng

Associate in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

Mastercam

PartMaker

SolidWorks

Job description

Join a precision manufacturing organization that works across advanced 5-axis milling, Swiss machining, and mill-turn technologies to produce complex, high-quality components. This company also gives engineering a direct voice in new business development, allowing technical leaders to influence quoting, manufacturing strategy, product launches, and continuous improvement from concept through production.

CNC Process Engineer Manager Responsibilities

• CNC machining processes for new and existing components will be developed using up to 5-axis milling, Swiss, and mill-turn equipment.
• Quoting, workholding, tooling selection, secondary operations, and production methods will be established.
• CNC programs will be created, implemented, and troubleshot using Mastercam, PartMaker, or comparable programming software.
• Product and equipment specifications will be analyzed to determine the most effective manufacturing method.
• Existing production processes will be evaluated and improved in partnership with machinists and manufacturing personnel.
• New product development and mechanical or electromechanical assembly projects will be supported as required.
• Tooling and equipment concepts will be evaluated based on technical feasibility, cost, and production timelines.
• Manufacturing techniques, material properties, process capabilities, and production limitations will be communicated to internal teams.
• Inspection personnel will be supported in achieving dimensional and quality requirements.
• Technical expertise will be provided to the Sales Team during quoting, new-business development, and service implementation.
• Engineering personnel will be managed, supported, and provided with technical direction.

CNC Process Engineer Manager Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline will be preferred.
• An associate degree in Manufacturing Technology combined with at least five years of machine-shop process engineering experience will be considered.
• Candidates without a qualifying degree will be considered when at least 10 years of machine-shop process engineering or CNC programming experience has been demonstrated.
• Experience processing parts on 5-axis CNC mills, Swiss machines, and mill-turn equipment will be required.
• Proficiency with Mastercam, PartMaker, and SolidWorks will be highly valued.
• Independent problem-solving, technical leadership, and cross-functional communication skills will be demonstrated.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.