Manufacturing Engineer - CNC, Process Optimization & Lean

Emerson Electric Co; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in Elyria, Ohio, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize CNC machining programs, tooling, and processes supporting the Professional Tools business.

You will collaborate across product development, operations, quality, and supply chain to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role emphasizes process improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing excellence with exposure to CAD/CAM and 3D modeling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Experience developing or supporting CNC machining programs using G-code, M-code, and/or CAM software such as Mastercam.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining technologies, and production environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and improve manufacturing systems and processes.
• Effective organizational, project management, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience gained through professional, internship, co-op, military, technical, or related hands-on manufacturing environments will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and CNC machining programs using CAD/CAM technologies to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Identify and implement process improvements that reduce costs, enhance quality, increase productivity, and strengthen operational performance.
• Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and contribute to capital improvement initiatives that support long‑term business objectives.
• Partner with product development, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure manufacturable product designs and successful new product introductions.
• Analyze workflow, equipment utilization, and facility layouts to improve operational efficiency and support production requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to evaluate equipment, materials, and manufacturing solutions that meet quality, cost, and performance expectations.
• Support production teams by solving manufacturing challenges, implementing engineering changes, developing work instructions, and applying data‑driven methods to improve process capability and performance.

Skills

CNC programming

G-code/M-code

CAM software

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Emerson Electric Co. in Elyria, Ohio, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize CNC machining programs, tooling, and processes supporting the Professional Tools business.

You will collaborate across product development, operations, quality, and supply chain to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The role emphasizes process improvement, cost reduction, and manufacturing excellence with exposure to CAD/CAM and 3D modeling tools.