Precision Machining Process Engineer (Hydromat/CNC)

Consultants At Greystone Inc; Lincoln (RI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Greystone, Inc. in Lincoln, RI, seeks a Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes for precision-machined components, focusing on Hydromat rotary transfer and CNC equipment.

You will own the path from print to production, defining tooling, fixtures, cycle times, and documentation, while collaborating with Purchasing, Quality Engineering, and shop floor to keep processes capable, on cost, and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of process engineering in a precision machining or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on CNC programming/setup experience; rotary transfer machine experience (Hydromat or similar) strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and dimensional inspection equipment (CMM, optical comparators, hand gauges).
• Familiarity with SPC and structured problem-solving methods (8D, fishbone, 5-why) and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma).
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks or similar) and ERP/MES systems.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting ability and comfort working directly on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document manufacturing processes for new and existing parts, including tool selection, cycle time optimization, and work-holding/fixture design.
• Program, set up, and troubleshoot Hydromat rotary transfer machines and CNC turning/milling equipment to support production runs and new part introduction.
• Partner with Purchasing on tooling and material specifications, and with Quality Engineering on gauging, inspection methods, and process capability.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for process-related scrap, downtime, and quality escapes.
• Design and specify fixtures, gauges, and work-holding to improve repeatability, throughput, and operator safety.
• Support first-article inspection, PPAP, and customer qualification activities for new or revised processes.
• Monitor process capability (Cpk/Ppk) using SPC data and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate routings, work instructions, and process documentation within the ERP/MES system.
• Support capital equipment evaluation, tooling investment justification, and automation projects.
• Ensure processes comply with applicable quality and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001/AS9100 and, where applicable, ITAR and CMMC.

Skills

CNC programming

Hydromat experience

GD&T

SPC / Lean Six Sigma

SolidWorks

ERP / MES

Blueprint reading

Shop-floor troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP / MES

Job description

Greystone, Inc. in Lincoln, RI, seeks a Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes for precision-machined components, focusing on Hydromat rotary transfer and CNC equipment.

You will own the path from print to production, defining tooling, fixtures, cycle times, and documentation, while collaborating with Purchasing, Quality Engineering, and shop floor to keep processes capable, on cost, and on schedule.