**️ CNC Programmer / Estimator / Process Engineer (Gear Manufacturing)
**
** Location:
** Addison, IL
** Industry:
** Precision Gear Manufacturing
** Employment Type:
** Full-Time | Direct Hire
** About the Opportunity
**
We are
**TekPro
**, a direct hire recruitment firm partnered with leading manufacturers. We are currently hiring for
**multiple high-impact engineering roles
** within a specialized
**gear manufacturing environment
**.
These positions are ideal for professionals with deep experience in
**gears, machining, and process optimization
** who are looking to take ownership of complex, precision-driven work.
** Open Positions
**
** CNC Programmer / Applications Engineer (Turning Focus)
**
** Salary:
** $80,000 – $90,000/year
**What You’ll Do:
**
Program CNC machines with a strong focus on
**lathes/turning centers
**
Develop machining strategies for complex gear components
Support quoting and technical feasibility (applications side)
Optimize tooling, cycle times, and production efficiency
Collaborate with engineering and shop floor teams
This role leans heavily toward
**hands-on programming expertise
**, not just theoretical applications work.
** Estimator (Gear Manufacturing Experience Required)
**
** Salary:
** $80,000 – $95,000/year
**What You’ll Do:
**
Analyze drawings, specs, and customer requirements
Develop accurate cost estimates for gear manufacturing projects
Evaluate machining steps, materials, and production time
Work closely with engineering and sales teams
Support quoting strategy and profitability
Must understand the
**real-world process of making gears
**, not just quoting from a template.
** Process Engineer (Gear Manufacturing Experience Required)
**
** Salary:
** $80,000 – $110,000/year
**What You’ll Do:
**
Develop and improve manufacturing processes for gear production
Optimize workflows, tooling, and machining strategies
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Troubleshoot production challenges and improve efficiency
Ensure quality, repeatability, and cost-effectiveness
Looking for someone who can
**own the process from concept to production
**.
** Qualifications
**
Prior experience in
**gear manufacturing
** (strongly preferred/required for most roles)
CNC machining and programming knowledge (especially turning for programmer role)
Strong blueprint reading and technical interpretation skills
Problem-solving mindset with hands-on manufacturing understanding
Engineering or technical background preferred
** Why Join?
**
Direct hire with long-term career growth
Work on complex, high-precision gear components
Competitive salaries across all roles
High-visibility positions with real impact on operations