Manufacturing Engineer I - CAD, CNC & Process Improvement

Rochester Sensors LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holidays

Life Insurance

Casual workplace

401K with company match

Job summary

Rochester Sensors seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer I in Coppell, TX to design mechanical components and fixtures using SolidWorks, support CNC processes, and drive manufacturing improvements. You will create and manage 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and specifications while collaborating with machinists and cross-functional teams to optimize cost, quality, and cycle times.

The role emphasizes GD&T, tolerancing, and routineness in process development, with opportunities to influence new

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design, manufacturing engineering, CNC machining, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, GD&T, BOM creation, and engineering change management.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tolerances, materials, manufacturing methods, and engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and process improvement capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with machinists, technicians, operators, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong technical communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, assemblies, fixtures, tooling, jigs, and manufacturing aids using SolidWorks.
• Create and maintain 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, BOMs, engineering specifications, and revision-controlled documentation.
• Apply GD&T, tolerancing, material specifications, and design principles to ensure manufacturability, assembly, serviceability, and cost effectiveness.
• Support CNC machining operations by optimizing designs for manufacturing processes including milling, turning, drilling, and tapping.
• Collaborate with machinists and CNC programmers to improve manufacturability, reduce cycle times, minimize scrap, and enhance production efficiency.
• Develop and improve fixtures, work-holding solutions, manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standardized procedures.
• Perform root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of manufacturing and mechanical issues, implementing corrective actions to improve quality and performance.
• Support new product introductions, prototype development, production launches, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.
• Leverage AI and digital engineering tools to improve productivity, technical analysis, documentation, problem solving, data analysis, and process optimization.
• Work directly with shop floor personnel to resolve production issues, validate manufactured components, and translate engineering requirements into practical manufacturing solutions.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

3D modeling

BOM creation

Technical communication

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CNC programming

CAM software

ERP/MRP systems

AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)

Job description

Rochester Sensors seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer I in Coppell, TX to design mechanical components and fixtures using SolidWorks, support CNC processes, and drive manufacturing improvements. You will create and manage 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and specifications while collaborating with machinists and cross-functional teams to optimize cost, quality, and cycle times.

The role emphasizes GD&T, tolerancing, and routineness in process development, with opportunities to influence new