Manufacturing Engineer: Lean CNC Fabrication & Throughput

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize processes for laser cutting, turret punching, and press brakes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The role focuses on data-driven analysis, Lean manufacturing principles, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain efficient production methods at our facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal fabrication is preferred.
• CNC programming and process optimization in production.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve SQDC performance.
• Program and optimize laser cutting, turret punching, and press brakes.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methods (5S, Kaizen, SMED, standard work).
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and SOPs.
• Coordinate installation, startup, and integration of new equipment and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues with operators, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Provide input and cost justification for capital equipment purchases and process upgrades.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to define manufacturability and resolve issues.
• Drive root cause analysis for quality and production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support production scheduling and ERP/MES systems to improve workflow and resource planning.
• Track and report KPIs such as OEE, scrap, cycle time, and uptime.

Skills

Laser CNC programming

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Nesting software

Job description

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize processes for laser cutting, turret punching, and press brakes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The role focuses on data-driven analysis, Lean manufacturing principles, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain efficient production methods at our facility.