Manufacturing Process Engineer

Belcan; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing firm in Connecticut seeks a Manufacturing Process Engineer to drive productivity on the shop floor. This role requires 5+ years of multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding experience, ideally in aerospace. Responsibilities include CNC programming, tooling design, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience, strong collaborative skills, and proficiency in reading technical drawings. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment focused on precision and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding process experience.
• Hands-on experience with CNC programming and tool selection.
• Proficient at reading and interpreting customer drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supports production milling, turning, and grinding processes.
• Own manufacturing processes from concept through production implementation.
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis operations.

Skills

CNC programming

Fixture design

Multi-axis milling experience

Lean manufacturing

Collaboration with production teams

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Manufacturing Process Engineering

Schedule: Onsite, Day Shift (M-F)

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required

Our client is currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer. We are looking for a highly hands-on, self-motivated candidate who can take ownership of manufacturing processes and drive productivity on the shop floor. This role requires direct engagement with production leads, responsibility for CNC programming, tooling and fixture design, and continuous process improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving real-time manufacturing challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Core Responsibilities

• Supports production milling, turning, and/or grinding processes.
• Own manufacturing processes from concept through production implementation and support
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for multi-axis milling, turning, and/or grinding operations
• Lead tool selection and cutting strategy development to maximize efficiency and tool life
• Design fixtures and work holding solutions to ensure repeatability and throughput
• Work directly with production leads and machinists to resolve issues in real time
• Provide hands-on shop floor support for setups, prove-outs, and process validation
• Drive material review (MRB) processes and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with lab engineers, quality, and operators to meet all technical requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of multi-axis milling, turning, and grinding process experience (aerospace experience is HIGHLY preferred).
• Hands-on experience with CNC programming, fixture design, and tool selection
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Proven ability to work directly with production teams in a fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to organize and prioritize work to meet production demands
• Proficient at reading and interpreting customer drawings, specifications, and GD&T
• Proficient with computer systems, CAD/CAM experience

Education / Employer Information

Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract/temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments in the engineering, IT, and professional fields. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.belcan.com.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.