Manufacturing Process Engineer – Large-Scale Machining

McWane, Inc.; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays

Floating holidays (2)

3 weeks PTO

401(k) plan

Health insurance plans

Education Assistance

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

McWane Plant & Industrial is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop, configure, and optimize machining processes for large valve components. You will program directly at the machine and train operators on turning equipment, working closely with the CAM Programmer and Continuous Improvement Manager.

The role emphasizes designing efficient processes for rotating disk, butterfly, and EPV valve parts, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement across production lines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years machining experience with turning and manual CNC programming.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong reading of blueprints and machining fundamentals are essential.
• Mechanical Engineering coursework is preferred for related design capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure personal and team safety during manufacturing operations.
• Develop and prove-out machining processes for large valve components.
• Create/modify CNC programs at the machine (G-code or conversational).
• Set up and run large turning equipment (vertical/horizontal lathes).
• Train machinists on setup, program edits, and process understanding.
• Support new product introduction and drive throughput improvements.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Mechanical Engineering coursework

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

G-code programming

Job description

McWane Plant & Industrial is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to develop, configure, and optimize machining processes for large valve components. You will program directly at the machine and train operators on turning equipment, working closely with the CAM Programmer and Continuous Improvement Manager.

The role emphasizes designing efficient processes for rotating disk, butterfly, and EPV valve parts, with a focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement across production lines.