Valley Steel Stamp is redefining world-class manufacturing with cutting-edge machining across multiple industries. The Senior Process Engineer takes full ownership of advanced processes and large, multi-part programs. You’ll architect CNC programs and work-holding, validate processes via robust inspection (including CMM), tune cycle time, and harden quality at the source. You’ll also lead cross-functional projects, mentor engineers/technicians, and drive automation/robotics where it makes sense.
Rate: $110,000 – 150,000
Key Responsibilities
Build & Own Core Systems
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End-to-End Process Ownership: Design, simulate, and validate machining processes (mill/lathe/5-axis) from concept through sustained production.
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CNC Programming & Prove-Out: Create advanced toolpaths; optimize feeds/speeds, tool life, MRR, and cut strategy; standardize post and program structure.
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Work-Holding/Tooling Architecture: Design modular, low-deflection fixtures; select and develop custom cutting tools; standardize setups to reduce operator dependency.
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Inspection Strategy & Control: Define in-process and final verification plans (incl. CMM programs); align with ASME Y14.5 and customer standards; tighten feedback loops to operators.
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Documentation & Change Control: Author routings, control plans, setup sheets, and standard work; execute ECNs and revision control with discipline.
Technical Ownership
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Metrology & Quality: Deep use of CMM, profilometry, micrometers, indicators; build error-proofing (poka-yoke), SPC, and capability monitoring into the process.
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Automation/Robotics Integration: Evaluate and integrate cobots, palletization, probing, in-machine measurement, and lights-out strategies where justified.
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Root Cause & Corrective Action: Lead complex troubleshooting; execute 8D/5-Whys; lock in fixes and verify effectiveness.
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DFM & Cost: Partner with Design/Production to de-risk features, reduce cycle time, tool spend, and scrap/rework without compromising quality.
Collaboration & Leadership
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Mentor & Uplevel: Coach Process Engineers/techs on CNC, fixturing, inspection, and problem solving; set coding and documentation standards.
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Cross-Functional Leadership: Align Production, Quality, and Planning on capacity, constraints, and launch ramps; provide crisp status and risk management to stakeholders.
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Customer/Supplier Interface: Support technical reviews, FAIs, and capability discussions; translate customer requirements into shop-ready processes.
Benefits:
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401(k) matching
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Dental insurance
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Flexible spending account
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Health insurance
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Health savings account
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Life insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
Qualifications
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8+ years in precision machining process engineering (multi-axis mill/turn; high-precision components).
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Expert CAD/CAM (e.g., SolidWorks + Mastercam/Fusion/HyperMill/Esprit/UG); strong post and simulation discipline.
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Proven CMM programming/operation; fluent in ASME Y14.5 (GD&T) and feature capability.
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Hands-on with Fanuc/Siemens/Heidenhain/Haas controls; advanced probing and macros.
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Demonstrated results in cycle-time reduction, FPY improvement, and scrap/cost reduction.
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Strong project leadership: plans, milestones, risk/mitigation; closes loops—no loose ends.
Nice-to-Have
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Experience with automation/robotics, pallet systems, and lights-out machining.
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Exposure to additive/3D printing for fixturing or prototype flow.
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ASQ/lean credentials (e.g., LSS Green/Black Belt), Minitab/SPC proficiency.
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ERP/MES/QMS (e.g., Epicor) experience.
Education
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BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering (or equivalent hands-on expertise).
Tools & Systems You’ll Use/Own
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CAD/CAM (SolidWorks + Mastercam/Fusion/etc.), verification/simulation.
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Metrology: CMM software, profilometer, height gages, custom gaging.
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Controls/Automation: Probing, macros, cobots/pallet systems where applicable.
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Analytics: SPC, capability (Cp/Cpk), Minitab (or equivalent).
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ERP/QMS: Routings, travelers, ECNs, FAI/PPAP artifacts.
Success Metrics
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≥ 15–30% cycle-time reductions on target families within 6–12 months.
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First-Pass Yield (FPY) and OEE trending up; scrap/rework and tool spend trending down.
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On-time launch of NPI and ECN changes; stable Cpk on key features.
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Documented standards (programming, fixtures, setups) adopted across cells
Skills Required
- 8+ years of experience in precision machining process engineering, including multi-axis mill/turn and high-precision components
- Expert CAD/CAM experience with systems such as SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion, HyperMill, Esprit, or UG
- Strong CNC post-processing and simulation experience
- CMM programming and operation experience
- Fluency in ASME Y14.5 and GD&T
- Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, or Haas controls
- Advanced CNC probing and macros experience
- Demonstrated results in cycle-time reduction, first-pass-yield improvement, and scrap or cost reduction
- Strong project leadership, including planning, milestones, risk mitigation, and follow-through
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on expertise
- Experience with automation, robotics, pallet systems, and lights-out machining
- Experience with additive manufacturing or 3D printing for fixturing or prototyping
- ASQ or Lean credentials, such as Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
- Minitab or SPC proficiency
- ERP, MES, or QMS experience, such as Epicor
What We Do
Valley Steel Stamp is a precision machine shop based in Greenfield, Massachusetts, specializing in complex CNC machined components, heat treating, and milling for custom tools and parts. With over 40 years of manufacturing experience, the company serves various sectors, including aerospace, defense, and the firearms market, providing high-quality, high-tolerance parts and assemblies for numerous industrial applications.
