Manufacturing Engineer Technician (MET) — Swiss/CNC Programmer/Machinist
This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Oct 29, 2026).
Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer Technician creates CNC programs from CAD drawings, sets up and proves out machines, conducts first‑article inspections, troubleshoots issues, and supports production teams to ensure quality and efficient machining.
The Manufacturing Engineer Technician (MET) will be responsible for taking precision-machined components from engineering drawings or CAD models through CNC programming, machine setup, prove-out, first-article inspection, and final production release. This hands-on technical role combines CNC programming, manufacturing process development, machining, and production support.
Key Responsibilities:
CNC Programming & Process Development: Create CNC programs using CAD/CAM software, develop machining strategies, convert engineering drawings and CAD models into production-ready programs, select appropriate tooling and machining processes, and optimize cycle times and production efficiency.
Machine Setup & Prove-Out: Perform CNC machine setups, test and prove out new programs, run initial components, validate dimensions and tolerances, and ensure programs are ready for production.
First-Article Inspection: Verify initial parts against engineering drawings and specifications, confirm dimensional accuracy, and support first-article approval.
Troubleshooting & Optimization: Identify and resolve machining and programming issues, improve machining performance, reduce cycle times, and enhance manufacturing processes.
Production Support: Provide technical guidance to machinists and production personnel, support engineering changes, resolve production challenges, and ensure smooth job releases into manufacturing.
Quality & Process Validation: Ensure machining processes meet required tolerances, quality standards, and production specifications.
Hands-on CNC programming experience.
Experience with CAD/CAM software and program development.
CNC machine setup and prove-out experience.
Experience conducting first-article inspections and dimensional validation.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Experience supporting production teams and improving manufacturing processes.
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