Machining Process Engineer

Rust Belt Recruiting; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Educational assistance

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Job summary

Rust Belt Recruiting is looking for a skilled Machining Process Engineer in Stow, Ohio. This role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with safety standards and specifications.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of engineering experience, strong skills in CNC programming, and a solid background in manufacturing. A comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits and up to 5 weeks of paid time off, is offered.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional machining and manufacturing engineering experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of CAD and CAM software experience.
• Ability to read and interpret complex 2D blueprints and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes to comply with design specifications.
• Program multi‑axis CNC equipment and simulate tool paths.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and design workflows.

Skills

CNC programming

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Statistical analysis

CAD/CAM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

AutoCAD Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Machining Process Engineer

Shift: Day Shift (Specific hours to be determined based on production needs)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000, plus retirement savings plan with company matching opportunity; exact compensation is dependent on skills and experience

Machining Process Engineer Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Machining Process Engineer to develop, improve, and support all manufacturing processes associated with the launch, manufacture, and testing of products in an assigned value stream. This role exists to optimize workflows, troubleshoot machining problems, and ensure strict compliance with design and safety specifications to drive manufacturing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes while maintaining strict compliance with design specifications.
• Program multi‑axis (5+) CNC equipment, create code, and perform tool path simulations.
• Serve as the primary manufacturing contact for design engineering and program management teams.
• Create and maintain manufacturing methods, Bills of Materials, and labor standards within the ERP system.
• Design, construct, and validate required tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and design cell workflows with a focus on waste reduction and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot and solve complex manufacturing problems within a high‑precision machining environment.
• Mentor, guide, and prioritize workloads for lower‑level manufacturing and process engineers.
• Address customer complaints and support supply chain teams with supplier development activities.
• Adhere to corporate EHS policies and occupation‑specific safety protocols, including personal protective equipment rules.

Reporting Relationships

The Machining Process Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager and provides operational direction, guidance, and mentorship to Level I Process Engineers on the production floor.

About You

• Possess 5–10 years of professional machining and manufacturing engineering experience.
• Hold a minimum of 5 years of CAD and CAM software experience, with Mastercam and AutoCAD Inventor 3D modeling preferred.
• Maintain the ability to read and interpret complex 2D blueprints and 3D models alongside a working knowledge of GD&T.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of both manual and CNC machining equipment, specifically multi‑axis programming.
• Exhibit hands‑on troubleshooting skills and problem‑solving abilities utilizing statistical analysis.
• Display excellent technical, written, and oral communication skills to successfully train employees and implement change.
• Maintain a four‑year degree in engineering, with mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Hold a proficiency with Microsoft Office products and a willingness to learn Vericut software.
• Meet the physical requirements to lift up to 40lbs, use stairs, and stand or sit for prolonged periods as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to pass all required pre‑employment screenings and occupational medical exams.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer: Our client provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• Benefits Package: This position features competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and wellness benefits, a $350 annual wellness allowance, educational assistance, on‑the‑job training, and up to 5 weeks of paid time off.
• Physical Demands & Working Conditions: This role involves active involvement on a production floor and in a machining environment. The position requires compliance with industrial hygiene standards and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.