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Michael Page
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Swiss Machining | Wood Dale, IL
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What they do
A CNC and Machining Manufacturing Engineer programs, maintains, repairs and tests programmable instrumentation (CNC) that uses letters, numbers and symbols to automate machine operating processes within high precision engineering manufacturing environment. Often work within the electronics, automotive, aerospace, and optical industries.
$82,780 / year median in Illinois
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Competitive Base Salary up to $120k and 3+ Weeks PTO Join an aggressively growing company with great advancement opportuniteis About Our Client Our client specializes in the manufacture of complex, high-precision metal components within a technologically advanced production environment. Leveraging sophisticated automated machining systems and rigorous process controls, the organization delivers exceptional quality, accuracy, and consistency. This role works closely with engineering, tooling, and quality teams to optimize and sustain manufacturing processes that drive efficient, repeatable, and reliable production performance. Job Description Lead and own Swiss machining process development from prototype through production release. Develop, validate, and optimize complex CNC programs for Swiss/Citizen, Tsugami, and Star machines. Establish standardized setup documentation, tooling libraries, and process parameters. Design and approve fixture, work holding, and cutting tool strategies. Perform root cause analysis for scrap, rework, and downtime; implement corrective actions. Support quoting by developing cycle times and manufacturing process strategies. Conduct process capability studies (Cp/Cpk) and support FAI validation activities. Drive Lean initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, OEE improvement, and tool life optimization. Mentor and provide technical guidance to programmers, setup personnel, and junior engineers Evaluate capital equipment and tooling investments to improve productivity and capacity. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant 7+ years of progressive Swiss CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience. Advanced CAM proficiency (Mastercam, Esprit, or equivalent). Srong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis. Ability to maintain tight tolerances (±0.0001 or better). Knowledge of SPC, PFMEA, control plans, and