Junior Manufacturing Engineer: CAD & Machining Support

HOLT Group; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT Group in Waco Mfg and Rebuild seeks a Junior Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical and troubleshooting support for production components, including fixturing, machining, and CNC programming. You will use CAD to design and draft blueprints and ensure processes meet specifications across various machines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal resources, adherence to safety practices, and participation in continuous improvement, 5S, and shop-floor training to boost quality and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing operations experience.
• Up to two years of CAD software experience.

Responsibilities

• Program and optimize machining processes to meet specifications.
• Mentor operators in processes and ensure programs are not permanently modified.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve manufacturing challenges during NPI and production.
• Maintain CAD drawings and prepare standard work for production.
• Support continuous improvement activities such as 5S and PM development.
• Communicate safety, quality, and efficiency issues to leadership.

Skills

LEAN manufacturing

Engineering techniques

CAD drafting

Drawing interpretation

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL/Access

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Multitasking

Coaching

Reporting

Cross-functional coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CAD software knowledge

Manufacturing operations experience

Tools

GM code

Esprit

ProNest

Job description

HOLT Group in Waco Mfg and Rebuild seeks a Junior Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical and troubleshooting support for production components, including fixturing, machining, and CNC programming. You will use CAD to design and draft blueprints and ensure processes meet specifications across various machines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal resources, adherence to safety practices, and participation in continuous improvement, 5S, and shop-floor training to boost quality and