Manufacturing Engineer (CNC)
SkillSource Tech · Peabody, MA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $95k–$125k
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at SkillSource Tech (industrial) in Peabody, MA. Design, draw up, produce on CNC machinery, inspect, and validate manufacturing process, assembly or parts, and test fixtures made for production.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Robotics, CNC, Machining, Tooling
- Base pay
- $95k–$125k
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How this role compares
Against 53 other live manufacturing postings in Massachusetts.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $90k–$132k, from 28 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 61%
- ✓ Lean 57%
- Root cause 48%
- Automation 46%
- New product launch 41%
- ✓ SolidWorks 41%
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Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at SkillSource Tech
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Design, draw up, produce on CNC machinery, inspect, and validate manufacturing process, assembly or parts, and test fixtures made for production.
- ◆Manage projects with buyers, other design engineers, test engineers on scheduling, and prioritizing of job orders.
- ◆Set up, operate, and program Fanuc controlled - CNC Lathes, Mills, using Solidworks, MasterCam or other CAM software in accordance with production specifications.
- ◆Create new and revise existing assembly procedures, work instructions, part protection procedures, standards, etc.
- ◆Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to ensure the accurate machining of components.
- ◆Upload programs and make necessary adjustments to machine parameters.
- ◆Select and install appropriate tooling and make tooling offsets as needed.Monitor and maintain quality control throughout the machining process.
Qualifications
- ✓AS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or the technical equivalent
- ✓Minimum of 5 years of CNC manufacturing experience.
- ✓Minimum 5yrs of CNC Programming experience. Proficiency in setting up and operating CNC machines. Solid Works Preferred.
- ✓Strong blueprint reading skills.
- ✓Ability to read and understand CNC programs (G & M codes - Fanuc control).
- ✓Knowledge of tool selection, tooling setup, and making tool offsets.
- ✓Proficiency in using metrology tools (CMM experience is a plus)
- ✓Understanding of Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing tools
- ✓Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- ✓MRP or ERP experience strongly desired
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot machine issues.
- ✓Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
- ✓Willingness to work with a safety-first mindset.
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Company Description
Our long term client is a growing manufacturing company specializing in precision machining and fabrication. They are currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. If you are a skilled professional with a strong background in CNC machining, CNC programming, blueprint reading, and setup operations, Budgeting, Capital Equipment Instillation, Fixture Design, Designing in Solidworks, we want to hear from you!
Position Overview
As a CNC Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality machined components for a variety of industries such as the aerospace, automotive and medical device industries that require tight tolerance machining. You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and programming CNC machines (Lathes), interpreting blueprints, adjusting tooling, making offsets, and using precision measurement tools to ensure the accuracy of the final products. Your expertise will contribute to the success of their operations.
Hours/Shifts
1st Shift
Mon-Fri. 7:00am to 3:30pm
Overtime available
Benefits
- •Health Insurance – Single or Family
- •401k with Company Match
- •Holiday Bonuses
- •Performance bonuses
- •Possible tuition reimbursement
Salary: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Employment Type: Direct Hire