Industrial Engineer

Actalent; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

6AM City, LLC in Illinois is seeking an Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer with deep expertise in CNC tube bending to design, develop, and optimize metal tube forming processes. You will lead hands-on efforts to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability across production operations.

Responsibilities include designing and programming CNC tube-bending setups, selecting tooling, applying mandrel bending, and improving layouts and safety on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in CNC tube bending, including setup, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with CNC tube-bending equipment and processes (rotary draw, ram forming, push bending).
• Experience with CAD for tooling, fixtures, and process layouts.
• Familiarity with mandrel bending techniques and wiper dies.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, set up, and optimize CNC tube-bending processes.
• Troubleshoot defects and implement corrective actions to improve consistency.
• Select and implement tooling (mandrels, wiper dies, multi-stack) for various geometries.
• Lead lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Provide shop floor support and develop clear work instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on NPI and process improvements.

Skills

CNC tube bending

Troubleshooting

CAD design

G-code / CAM

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

CAM software

G-code programming

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Tube Bending

Job Description

This position seeks an Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer with strong expertise in CNC tube bending to design, develop, and optimize metal tube forming processes. The role focuses heavily on advanced tube-bending applications while also supporting broader manufacturing initiatives, including CNC machining, process improvement, and Industry 4.0 adoption. You will work in a hands-on engineering capacity to drive efficiency, quality, and scalability across production operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, set up, and optimize CNC tube-bending processes, including rotary draw, ram forming, and push bending, to meet production and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot tube-bending defects such as wrinkling, flattening, and spring-back, implementing corrective actions to improve process capability and product consistency.
• Select, configure, and implement appropriate tooling, including mandrels (plug and ball), wiper dies, and multi-stack tooling, to support a wide range of tube geometries and materials.
• Apply specialized techniques such as mandrel bending to prevent deformation in tight-radius applications and wiper dies to eliminate wrinkling in thin-wall tubing.
• Utilize advanced multi-radius bending and multi-stack CNC equipment to produce complex tube parts efficiently and accurately.
• Support CNC machining programming and integration for mills, lathes, and machining centers as the role evolves, ensuring seamless coordination with tube-bending operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance overall process efficiency.
• Optimize equipment layouts, material flow, and workstation ergonomics to improve productivity, safety, and operator comfort on the production floor.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, and EPA requirements, and promote a culture of safe work practices.
• Provide shop floor support by mentoring operators, developing clear work instructions, and resolving production issues in real time.
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures and process documentation to support repeatable, high-quality manufacturing outcomes.
• Stay current on emerging technologies such as Industry 4.0, additive manufacturing, and simulation tools, and evaluate opportunities to apply them to manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering, production, and quality to support new product introductions and ongoing process improvements.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for optimization in tube bending and related manufacturing processes.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in CNC tube bending, including setup, programming, and troubleshooting of tube-bending operations.
• Strong hands-on experience with CNC tube-bending equipment and processes, including rotary draw, ram forming, and push bending.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor for designing tooling, fixtures, and process layouts.
• Experience with CNC programming using G-code and/or CAM software, or a strong willingness and aptitude to learn CNC programming.
• Practical knowledge of mandrel bending techniques to prevent deformation in tight-radius tube applications.
• Ability to apply wiper dies effectively to eliminate wrinkling in thin-wall tubing.
• Experience working with multi-radius bending and advanced multi-stack CNC equipment for complex tube geometries.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to process improvement and waste reduction.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation related to tube forming and machining.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose process issues and implement effective corrective actions on the shop floor.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industrial engineering experience in tubing, CNC programs, and manufacturing engineering.
• Familiarity with machine programming and integration across mills, lathes, and machining centers.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts and an interest in applying digital tools and data-driven methods to manufacturing operations.
• Exposure to additive manufacturing and simulation tools and the ability to evaluate their potential