Manufacturing Engineer II: Lathe Programming & Process Improvement

Komatsu America Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an Manufacturing Engineer II for an onsite role focused on lathe programming, tooling, fixturing, and setup/process sheets.

You will lead manufacturing improvements and work closely with engineering to ensure part quality and productivity. The role emphasizes hands-on CAMWorks programming and SolidWorks tooling data, with opportunities to drive cost reductions, safety, and on-time delivery across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Proficient in lathe programming and setup.
• Experience with CAM software and tooling data.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
• Analyze drawings and design data; create machining programs and process sheets.
• Develop equipment, fixtures and tooling to aid manufacturing processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce cost and boost productivity.
• Program lathes using CAMWorks and SolidWorks; configure cuts and tooling.
• Support capital projects and evaluate equipment status.

Skills

Lathe programming

CAMWorks

SolidWorks

Tooling

Setup sheets

Process improvement

Tools

CAMWorks

SolidWorks

Fanuc controls

Siemens controls

Job description

Komatsu America Corp. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an Manufacturing Engineer II for an onsite role focused on lathe programming, tooling, fixturing, and setup/process sheets.

You will lead manufacturing improvements and work closely with engineering to ensure part quality and productivity. The role emphasizes hands-on CAMWorks programming and SolidWorks tooling data, with opportunities to drive cost reductions, safety, and on-time delivery across multiple projects.