Senior Manufacturing Engineer

CAD Engineering Resources; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,208 - 151,536; Full time

Job summary

CAD Engineering Resources is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Bolingbrook, Illinois, for a one-year contract position. This role involves optimizing machining processes, improving throughput, and leading CNC programming initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in CNC programming within the automotive sector.

Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting machining issues, collaborating with quality teams, and driving continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC programming and machining experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Expertise in CNC lathes and milling machines preferred (Fuji, Mori Seiki).
• Hands-on troubleshooting and shop floor support experience.

Responsibilities

• Optimize machining processes to improve OEE and reduce scrap.
• Develop and validate CNC programs for lathes and milling machines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing.

Skills

CNC programming

Machining process optimization

Lean Manufacturing principles

Six Sigma principles

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

CNC lathes

CNC milling machines

CAM software (Mastercam or similar)

AutoCAD

CMMs

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Bolingbrook, Illinois

One-year contract position - Day Shift. Pay Rate: up to $110.00 per hour (based on proven work history).

Position Summary

Seeking a highly experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer with deep expertise in CNC machining within the automotive industry. This role is responsible for optimizing machining processes, improving throughput and quality, and leading CNC programming and process development initiatives across production lines. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, "working" engineer capable of troubleshooting, programming, and driving continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize machining processes to improve OEE, reduce scrap, and increase throughput
• Develop, modify, and validate CNC programs for lathes and milling machines (vertical and horizontal)
• Lead toolpath development and cutting strategy optimization for automotive components
• Identify and implement optimal tooling, inserts, and work-holding solutions
• Troubleshoot machining issues including cycle time, tool wear, chatter, and dimensional variation
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure process capability (Cp/Cpk) and first-piece validation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standards
• Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and quality teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
• 5+ years of CNC programming and machining experience in automotive manufacturing
• Expertise in CNC lathes and milling machines (Fuji, Mori Seiki preferred)
• Proficiency in CAM software (Mastercam or similar) and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and tolerance stack-ups
• Experience with CMMs, Zoller tool pre-setters, and measurement systems
• Knowledge of carbide tooling, inserts, and tool holders
• Experience with fixtures (hydraulic and pneumatic) and work-holding design
• Strong knowledge of SPC, capability studies, and process control
• Hands-on troubleshooting and shop floor support experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume automotive production environments
• Background in multi-axis machining
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems
• Six Sigma or Lean certification
• Experience leading process improvement projects

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.