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Are you ready for a new engineering opportunity in precision manufacturing? This Manufacturing Engineer position offers a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with an employer match. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Manufacturing Engineer role could be the right fit for you.

Job Summary:

Responsible for developing, validating, and improving CNC machining processes within a precision manufacturing environment serving aerospace, defense, medical, marine, and automotive industries. This full-time, on-site position in Daytona Beach, FL supports quoting, process design, CNC programming, first-piece setups, and continuous improvement. Manages projects from initial development through transition to production. As a

Manufacturing Engineer, You Will:

• Develop, validate, and optimize CNC programs for 3+2, 4-axis, and true 5-axis milling and 7- and 8-axis lathe turning
• Use CAMWorks or Mastercam to create machining processes, toolpaths, and cutting strategies.
• Develop machining processes for exotic alloys, stainless steel, and aluminum components with tight tolerances.
• Establish machining parameters, feeds, speeds, tooling selections, and workholding setups.
• Create and maintain setup sheets, fixture drawings, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Design or specify custom fixtures, tooling, and workholding for complex aerospace components.
• Support machinists during setups, first-article inspections, and program prove-outs.
• Collaborate with Quality to resolve nonconformances using root cause analysis methods, including 5 Whys, Fishbone, and 8D.
• Prepare quotes and estimates and identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Support Lean manufacturing initiatives and evaluate automation opportunities.
• Manage projects from initial development through handoff to the production team.
• Use ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools to support manufacturing operations.

Skills/Requirements:

• At least five years of relevant manufacturing engineering and CNC programming experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD and G-code programming.
• Experience with CAMWorks or Mastercam; CAMWorks preferred.
• Hands-on experience with 3+2, 4-axis, and true 5-axis milling and 7- and 8-axis lathe turning.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, fixture design, and workholding.
• Experience with quoting, estimating, and process optimization.
• Familiarity with automation technologies and process improvement tools.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools, including Epicor.
• Ability to manage projects from development through production launch
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Ability to work around moving machinery, coolants, fumes, loud noise, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) retirement plan with a 4% employer match

Salary:

$80K-$90K annually Ask for: Hersha Dwyer ClearBridge Executive Search is a nationwide recruiting firm specializing in Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Skilled Trades, Healthcare, and Professional Services. We partner with organizations across the United States to provide direct hire recruiting solutions while connecting top talent with long-term career opportunities.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person