Job Description

TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer

Comp: $70,000-$85,000

Location: Lexington, KY

Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Manufacturing Engineer direct hire position in Lexington, KY.

Responsibilities:

• Write and develop CNC programs from scratch using G-code for new parts
• Prototype and prove out new components before releasing to production
• Optimize machining processes for cycle time, quality, and efficiency
• Design and improve tooling, fixturing, and workholding solutions
• Collaborate with design engineering on new product introduction
• Troubleshoot machining issues directly on the shop floor
• Support machinists by ensuring programs are accurate and production-ready
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean, efficiency, cost reduction)
• Maintain documentation for processes and programming standards

Required Skills:

• Ability to write CNC programs from scratch in G-code (critical)
• Strong CNC machining background (mills + lathes)
• Experience with multi-axis machines (beyond basic 2–3 axis)
• Hands-on experience proving out new parts and processes
• Solid understanding of tooling, fixturing, and machining fundamentals
• Comfortable working directly on the shop floor with machinists