Senior Manufacturing Engineer

LHH; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

2 weeks of vacation

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to play a pivotal role in product development and process optimization in regulated industries. The ideal candidate will lead process development, manage engineering communications, and support product launches. This role requires CAD/CAM proficiency and substantial experience in manufacturing engineering, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering within regulated industries.
• Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing process development.
• Familiarity with ISO, AS9100, or similar manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development for intricate components utilizing EDM Wire Programming.
• Drive new product introduction and process development initiatives.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers, managing communications.

Skills

EDM Wire Programming

CNC Milling

Communication Skills

Process Development

CAD/CAM Proficiency

Lean Manufacturing

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This is a high-impact role for a high precision machining company. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in new product development and process optimization for mission-critical components in regulated industries. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be at the forefront of developing and refining manufacturing processes for complex, high-performance parts. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and serve as a technical liaison to key customers, ensuring the successful launch and continuous improvement of both new and legacy products.

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process development for intricate components utilizing EDM Wire Programming (Wire EDM), CNC Milling, and advanced grinding techniques.
• Drive new product introduction (NPI) and process development initiatives, ensuring robust, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing solutions.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers, managing engineering communications and facilitating change requests.
• Oversee the requalification and restart of legacy products, developing timelines and ensuring timely execution.
• Define machining strategies—including tool paths, fixtures, and EDM parameters—to optimize quality, throughput, and cost.
• Collaborate with quality, operations, tooling, and vendor teams to deliver engineered production solutions.
• Lead or participate in root cause investigations, process improvements, and initiatives to enhance yield and reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Mentor junior engineers and support operator training on new or revised processes.
• Utilize CAD/CAM systems (such as Mastercam and SolidWorks) for programming and process verification.
• Support customer audits, first article inspections, and documentation for regulated manufacturing environments.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering within regulated industries (Aerospace, Gas Turbine Power, Automotive, or Medical Devices).
• Demonstrated expertise in EDM Wire Programming (Wire EDM), CNC Milling, and process development.
• Strong customer-facing communication skills and experience.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, SolidWorks).
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with ISO, AS9100, or similar manufacturing standards.
• Experience with CNC Milling and machining of superalloys.
• Exposure to legacy product restarts or reverse engineering.
• Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement certifications.
• Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) are a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $105,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

Additional Information

If you are a passionate Senior Manufacturing Engineer looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

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