Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Machining & Process Development

Pontiac, IL

Position Overview

This role is a key member of the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) group, supporting production processes and driving process improvement initiatives within a fast-paced, high-tolerance manufacturing environment. The position reports to the Engineering Manager and works cross-functionally with quality, operations, and design teams to validate new processes and process improvements, offering strong exposure to fuel systems production and hands-on process development.

Typical Day/Week in the Role

Task Breakdown & Work Environment
• Split between office and shop floor, roughly 30% office and 70% shop floor
• Supports PCN (process change notice) activity, testing and validating process improvements
• Works with operators to maintain processes, and prepares reports and process review documents
• Supports daily operations within the manufacturing process
• Partners with quality, operations, and design teams to validate new processes and process improvements
• Serves as a key member of the team supporting production processes, reporting to the Engineering Manager

Requirements

Candidate Requirements

Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field preferred and 8-10 years of relevant experience

Top Skills
• Professional verbal and written communication, along with strong analytical skills
• Ability to create sketches, engineering drawings, and common computations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and technical reports

Additional Technical Skills (Required)
• Experience in a manufacturing and machining environment
• CNC programming and process development experience

Additional Technical Skills (Desired)
• Experience with hone, OD/ID grinding, and centerless grinding

Experience developing and maintaining automated cells

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: 75,000-87,000 per annual