Manufacturing Engineer - Precision CNC & Process Improvement

Coworx Staffing Services LLC; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CoWorx Staffing Services LLC in Westford, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a full-time, direct-hire role with compensation in the $85k–$95k range. You will develop and improve manufacturing methods, maintain BOMs and routings, and support CNC operations across mills, lathes, EDM, and more.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in manufacturing engineering within a precision environment and proficient CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/Fusion 360).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 3-5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience in a precision machining, contract manufacturing, machine shop, or job shop environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements
• Strong understanding of machining processes, fixturing, tooling, tolerance stack-ups, and process engineering concepts
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or similar
• Excellent communication and problem- solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, production, quality, suppliers, and customers

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and documented production processes
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, setup sheets, tooling lists, and work instructions
• Review customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to determine the most efficient manufacturing methods
• Support CNC machining operations including mills, lathes, EDM, grinding, welding, and secondary processes
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize setup times, cycle times, and overall efficiency
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare cost estimates and support customer RFQ activities
• Provide CAD support and assist with manufacturability reviews
• Coordinate with suppliers, issue RFQs, and manage outsourced production requirements
• Support engineering change activities and process documentation updates
• Assist with quality initiatives, root cause investigations, and corrective actions
• Support ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality systems and process controls

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Read drawings

Team collaboration

CAD basics

Education

Bachelor's in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

CoWorx Staffing Services LLC in Westford, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a full-time, direct-hire role with compensation in the $85k–$95k range. You will develop and improve manufacturing methods, maintain BOMs and routings, and support CNC operations across mills, lathes, EDM, and more.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in manufacturing engineering within a precision environment and proficient CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/Fusion 360).