Mechanical Engineer (Entry Level)
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Overview
Job Description
CNC Mechanical Engineer
Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
About the Opportunity
We are a precision machining and manufacturing organization serving advanced industries, specializing in high-mix, tight-tolerance components. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a CNC Mechanical Engineer to help scale operations and support increasingly complex work.
Position Overview
This role combines engineering and CNC programming responsibilities to develop, optimize, and execute machining processes. You will play a critical role in ensuring new projects are technically sound, production-ready, and scalable, while supporting CNC programming and continuous improvement initiatives.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role working closely with engineering, programming, and shop floor teams.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Process Development
- Serve as a technical resource for Sales to support quoting, including machining methods and cycle time estimates
- Define manufacturing processes, routing, and operation sequences for new parts
- Ensure first-time job readiness before release to production
CNC Programming Support
- Assist in developing and maintaining CNC programs (approximately 25% of role)
- Support toolpath strategy, optimization, and program debugging
- Collaborate closely with CNC programmers and machinists
Production Support & Continuous Improvement
- Troubleshoot machining and process-related issues
- Drive improvements in cycle time, repeatability, and first-pass yield
- Contribute to machining standards, tooling strategies, and best practices
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Production Planning to ensure realistic schedules
- Work with engineering, machining, and leadership teams to improve manufacturability
- Manage engineering change orders (ECOs) with clear communication of impact
What Success Looks Like
- Strong first-time success on new parts and builds
- Improved efficiency, cycle times, and process consistency
- High-quality CNC programs and optimized machining strategies
- Effective collaboration across engineering, programming, and production teams
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering with 1–5 years of experience in precision machining or high-mix manufacturing environments, or Associates degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering with 3 - 6 years of experience in precision machining or high-mix manufacturing environments
- Experience with CNC programming (CAM software such as Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar)
- Experience with 3D modeling software, such as SolidWorks.
- Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerancing, and machining processes
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Effective communication and ability to work cross-functionally
Preferred
- Experience with first-time builds or prototype work
- Exposure to fixture design and tooling strategies
- Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
- Hands-on machining experience
Work Environment
- Hands-on role with time split between office/workstation and shop floor
- Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-value components
- Direct impact on process development and operational growth
- Collaborative and skilled team environment
- Strong opportunity for career growth and development
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If you're passionate about machining, engineering, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you!
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