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Manufacturing Engineer

  • Manufacturing Engineer job type Posted on: Nov 09, 2026
  • Manufacturing Engineer experience level Sterling Engineering Inc.
  • Manufacturing Engineer employment type Bensenville, Illinois
  • Manufacturing Engineer employment type Onsite
  • Manufacturing Engineer salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Manufacturing Engineer

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Bensenville Illinois United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes within a low-volume, high-mix machining environment. This hands-on role will focus on CNC machining, process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and production performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to support new product development, resolve manufacturing challenges, and implement long-term process improvements.

Location: Bensenville, IL (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $80,000–$95,000 annually

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Retirement Plans, and additional benefits.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, routings, and setup sheets for CNC machining, lathes, mills, waterjet cutting, and welding operations.
  • Support CNC programming, tooling design, fixture development, and workholding improvements.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce cycle times, scrap, setup times, and manufacturing costs.
  • Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective action initiatives to resolve production issues.
  • Partner with shop floor personnel to improve machining processes and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Support new product introductions (NPI), including manufacturing process development, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and cost estimates.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve product quality.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and recommend tooling, equipment, and process enhancements.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with established quality and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably 5–10 years within a machining environment.
  • Hands-on experience with CNC machining, lathes, mills, waterjet cutting, and welding processes.
  • Experience with CNC programming, including G-code and/or conversational programming.
  • Strong background in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments.
  • Proven experience with root cause analysis, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
  • Strong blueprint reading and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software, including SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience or certification.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems, including BOMs, routings, and work order management.
  • Familiarity with industrial safety equipment standards.
  • Knowledge of automation and robotics integration.
  • Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Posted:

Nov 09, 2026

Reference Number:

2f373a09

Employment:

Full-time

City:

Bensenville

Job Origin:

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Job Description

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes within a low-volume, high-mix machining environment. This hands-on role will focus on CNC machining, process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and production performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and other departments to support new product development, resolve manufacturing challenges, and implement long-term process improvements.

Location: Bensenville, IL (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $80,000–$95,000 annually

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Retirement Plans, and additional benefits.

Responsibilities
  • Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing processes, work instructions, routings, and setup sheets for CNC machining, lathes, mills, waterjet cutting, and welding operations.
  • Support CNC programming, tooling design, fixture development, and workholding improvements.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce cycle times, scrap, setup times, and manufacturing costs.
  • Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective action initiatives to resolve production issues.
  • Partner with shop floor personnel to improve machining processes and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Support new product introductions (NPI), including manufacturing process development, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and cost estimates.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve product quality.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and recommend tooling, equipment, and process enhancements.
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with established quality and safety standards.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably 5–10 years within a machining environment.
  • Hands-on experience with CNC machining, lathes, mills, waterjet cutting, and welding processes.
  • Experience with CNC programming, including G-code and/or conversational programming.
  • Strong background in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments.
  • Proven experience with root cause analysis, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
  • Strong blueprint reading and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software, including SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience or certification.
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems, including BOMs, routings, and work order management.
  • Familiarity with industrial safety equipment standards.
  • Knowledge of automation and robotics integration.
  • Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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