CNC Manufacturing Engineer –
About Us
Multi-industry precision manufacturer supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, electronics/semiconductor, and high-tolerance commercial industries. With more than 800 employees, 13 Northeast facilities, and 800,000 sq. ft. of production capacity, we specialize in complex machining, fabrication, and value-added manufacturing services.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Engineer to develop advanced machining processes across a diverse range of materials and regulated industries. This role is responsible for creating optimized CNC programs, validating production processes, and ensuring repeatable, high-precision manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
• Create, optimize, and validate CNC programs using CAD/CAM systems.
• Engineer toolpaths for complex geometries and multi-axis machining.
• Apply cutting dynamics, chip load control, heat management, and tolerance principles.
• Develop machining strategies for aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, superalloys, plastics, and non-ferrous metals.
• Define tooling, fixtures, workholding, feeds/speeds, and engagement parameters.
• Validate parts using precision metrology and CMM equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and support NPI projects.
Required Qualifications
• AS or BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years CNC machining/programming experience.
• Strong CAD/CAM experience and GD&T; mastery.
• Deep understanding of material behavior, tool wear, and machining theory
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
