Manufacturing Engineer

Jobot; Orland Hills (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Exceptional benefits package

Strong career growth potential

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Orland Hills, Illinois, to support CNC machining, molding, and manual assembly lines. This critical role focuses on driving efficiency through automation and lean improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and 4+ years of manufacturing experience, particularly with CNC and assembly. Join us to make a difference in safety equipment production.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a manufacturing environment focusing on CNC and assembly.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and G code; Esprit experience is a major plus.
• Strong interest or ability to implement PLC and Fanuc robot programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for rescue tools.
• Create and modify CNC programs using Esprit and MCOSMOS.
• Manage air bag mold tooling design changes.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

CNC programming

Lean methodologies

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Esprit

SolidWorks

CMM Programming

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer needed for a well-established, fast-growing safety equipment leader.

Why join us?

• Very competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package
• Great team, company culture, and work environment
• Strong career growth potential
• Mission driven work: we produce tools that save lives daily
• Growth trajectory: 25% year‑over‑year for the next 5 years
• Ownership culture: ESOP organization where you can be a stakeholder

Job Details

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support our CNC machining, molding, and manual assembly lines. This position is critical for driving efficiency through automation, programming, and lean assembly improvements to meet our aggressive growth targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for new and existing rescue tools.
• Create and modify CNC programs using Esprit and MCOSMOS CAD/CAM software.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and gauges using SolidWorks and CMM programming.
• Lead the implementation of PLC usage to automate in‑house manufacturing processes.
• Manage air bag mold tooling design changes and optimize rubber lay‑up processes.
• Design manual assembly workflows for mechanical and pneumatic products using lean methodologies.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production quality issues.
• Support the introduction of new Fanuc robotics and advanced CNC equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience: 4+ years in a manufacturing environment focusing on CNC and assembly.
• Programming: Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and G code; Esprit experience is a major plus.
• Automation: Strong interest or ability to implement PLC and Fanuc robot programming.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of machining principles, materials, and cutting tools.
• Documentation: Familiarity with PFMEAs, control plans, and ISO 9001 standards.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.