Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
Location: Bensenville, IL
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (while on contract)
Pay: $43–$48/hour
- Manage and maintain standard costing and estimating for machined parts using ERP systems.
- Develop process routings, optimize machining processes, and support quoting efforts.
- Support sales and customer service teams with technical expertise during quoting and pre-order phases.
- Manage job planning activities including process planning, revision control, tooling/fixture design, and technical clarifications.
- Identify and drive process improvements, value-added engineering ideas, and cross-functional project reviews.
- Complete CNC programming assignments for lathes and mills, including toolpath optimization and tool selection using Mastercam.
- Support tooling inventory systems and production programming needs.
- Provide in-process technical support to production, purchasing, and quality teams.
- Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing issues and equipment maintenance coordination.
- Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects such as 5S, Kaizen, and problem-solving events.
- Research and implement new technologies, tooling, and machining techniques to optimize production.
- Develop SOPs for manufacturing processes and ensure safe operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
- 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, CNC programming, and machining.
- Experience with G-code, Mazatrol, and Mastercam programming, especially for complex lathe operations (live tooling, sub-spindles, Y-axis milling, multi-axis).
- Strong knowledge of materials such as stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and mild steels.
- Experience with Mazak and DMG Mori machines.
- Strong project management, quoting, and workflow planning skills.
Meet Your Recruiter
Alyssa Ford
Alyssa Ford is a dedicated Technical Recruiter, driven by her commitment to establishing meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in navigating the complexities of career transitions.
With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and a total of 2 years in the recruiting field, Alyssa has already significantly impacted talent acquisition.
Alyssa's innate ability to connect with people and understand their unique career aspirations has been instrumental in her success as a Technical Recruiter. She finds great joy in forging professional relationships and participating in candidates' journeys as they navigate the tough decisions associated with job changes.
Having experienced the challenges of job hunting firsthand, Alyssa empathizes with candidates facing similar struggles. She encourages job seekers not to lose hope and to stay persistent throughout their search. Alyssa believes that the right role will come along at the right time, and maintaining a positive attitude and determination can make all the difference in finding the perfect fit.