Job Summary
Seeking a Design Engineer with CNC programming experience to support product development, machining operations, and manufacturing process improvements. This role will focus on designing for manufacturability, developing CNC programs, and improving machining efficiency.
Job Duties
- Design and modify components, fixtures, and tool using 3D CAD software.
- Develop, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC machining programs.
- Improve machining processes, cycle times, and manufacturing efficiency.
- Support new product development and production troubleshooting.
- Develop engineering drawings, machining setups, and process documentation.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and continuous improvement.
- Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.
- Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.).
- Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
- Experience with CNC programming and CAM software.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software.
- Knowledge of machining processes, GD&T, and tooling design.
- Experience with machined castings and industrial manufacturing.
Competencies/ Skills
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to develop and troubleshoot CNC programs and machining processes.
- Strong understanding of design for manufacturability (DFM) principles.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated initiative in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve operational objectives.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with CNC programming
- Experience with CAM software
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
- Knowledge of machining processes
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Knowledge of tooling design
- Experience with machined castings and industrial manufacturing
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to develop and troubleshoot CNC programs and machining processes
- Understanding of design for manufacturability principles
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Initiative in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
What We Do
National Material L.P. is a privately owned industrial metals supplier serving customers worldwide. Founded in 1964, it has expanded into more than 16 business units and operates across steel, stainless steel and alloys, raw-material trading, aluminum, and related operations. The company serves diverse markets including automotive, aerospace, agriculture, defense, construction, energy, heavy truck, industrial equipment, appliances, and steel mills and foundries.
