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Michael Page
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Swiss
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What they do
A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$87,125 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Competitive Base Salary up to $105k and 3+ Weeks PTO Join an aggressively growing company with great advancement opportuniteis About Our Client My client operates a highly advanced manufacturing environment focused on the production of complex metal components requiring exceptionally tight tolerances. Utilizing sophisticated CNC-controlled machining systems, automated processes, and specialized material-removal technologies, the organization serves industries such as medical devices, aerospace, electronics, and other precision-driven sectors. This role works closely with process development, tooling, and quality teams to ensure consistent, reliable, and high-precision production outcomes. 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.
- 7+ years of progressive Swiss CNC programming and manufacturing engineering experience.
- Advanced CAM proficiency (Mastercam, Esprit, or equivalent).
- Strong 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
AS9100/ISO9001
compliance standards.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- Experience in aerospace, medical, or high-precision manufacturing environments preferred.