Senior CNC Manufacturing Engineer Automotive

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Machining (Automotive)

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Machining) with strong automotive manufacturing expertise. This is a hands-on, shop-floor engineering role focused on CNC programming, process optimization, and continuous improvement to drive productivity, quality, and efficiency in high-volume production.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize CNC machining processes to improve OEE, throughput, and scrap reduction
• Develop, modify, and validate CNC programs for lathes and milling machines (vertical & horizontal)
• Lead toolpath strategy, cutting optimization, tooling selection, and workholding improvements
• Troubleshoot machining issues (cycle time, tool wear, chatter, dimensional variation)
• Support process capability (Cp/Cpk), first-piece approval, and quality validation
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
• 5+ years of CNC programming and machining experience in automotive manufacturing
• Strong experience with CNC lathes and milling machines (Fuji, Mori Seiki preferred)
• Proficiency in Mastercam (or similar CAM software) and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and tolerance stack-ups
• Experience with CMMs, tool presetters, and measurement systems
• Knowledge of SPC, process control, and capability studies
• Hands-on shop floor troubleshooting experience

Preferred Qualifications

• High-volume automotive manufacturing experience
• Multi-axis machining experience
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
• ERP/MES system experience
• Experience leading process improvement projects

Additional Information

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment
• Strong opportunity to impact production performance and process excellence