Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Swiss Machining | Wood Dale, IL

Job Title

Lead Swiss CNC Programmer

Job Description

Our client specializes in the manufacture of complex, high-precision metal components within a technologically advanced production environment. Leveraging sophisticated automated machining systems and rigorous process controls, the organization delivers exceptional quality, accuracy, and consistency. This role works closely with engineering, tooling, and quality teams to optimize and sustain manufacturing processes that drive efficient, repeatable, and reliable production performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required qualifications include:

• 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/ISO 9001 compliance standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience in aerospace, medical, or high-precision manufacturing environments preferred.
• Sponsorship not provided.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 - $120,000 depending on experience
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) matching
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Dental & Vision insurance paid for by employer

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Six Sigma, Lean, Process improvement

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Location: Wood Dale

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Ben Aldrich

Job Reference: JN-072026-7070958