CNC Set Up Engineer

Elk Grove Village,

$89,440.00/year

Executive Search

Job ID: 57783970

Job Description

Position Summary
An AS9100-certified precision machining company is seeking a Senior CNC Setup & Applications Engineer to lead the development and execution of advanced CNC setup strategies for complex, high-mix, tight-tolerance components. This hands-on role focuses on optimizing tooling, fixturing, workholding, and machining processes to improve repeatability, efficiency, and first-pass success in a precision manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate is an experienced manufacturing professional with expertise in multi-axis CNC milling, strong problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of machining fundamentals, GD&T, and setup optimization.


Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve CNC setup strategies for complex precision-machined components. 
  • Design practical tooling, fixturing, and workholding solutions for: 
  • 3-Axis Milling 
  • 3+2 Milling 
  • 4-Axis Milling 
  • 5-Axis Milling 
  • Support setup planning and process development for basic CNC turning operations. 
  • Analyze engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, materials, tolerances, and machine capabilities to determine the most efficient machining approach. 
  • Lead setup prove-outs and troubleshoot tooling, fixturing, workholding, and machining challenges. 
  • Improve process stability, setup repeatability, cycle efficiency, and first-pass yield. 
  • Develop detailed setup sheets, tooling lists, fixture documentation, and work instructions for production machinists. 
  • Collaborate with CNC programmers, machinists, engineering, and quality personnel to ensure successful production execution. 
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in machining methods, tooling strategies, and manufacturing processes. 
  • Support new product introduction and process development from prototype through production.


Required Qualifications
  • Extensive hands-on experience in CNC setup, tooling, fixturing, and manufacturing applications engineering. 
  • Proven expertise setting up: 
  • 3-Axis CNC Mills 
  • 3+2 CNC Mills 
  • 4-Axis CNC Mills 
  • 5-Axis CNC Mills 
  • Experience with basic CNC lathe setup and process planning. 
  • Strong knowledge of: 
  • Workholding systems 
  • Fixture design principles 
  • Tool selection 
  • Tool stick-out optimization 
  • Machine rigidity 
  • Chatter reduction 
  • Chip evacuation 
  • Datum strategies 
  • Tight-tolerance machining 
  • Excellent blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills. 
  • Ability to create detailed setup documentation that enables consistent production without ambiguity. 
  • Experience working in a precision machining or high-mix job shop environment. 
  • Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills. 
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in an AS9100-certified aerospace manufacturing environment. 
  • Experience supporting complex, tight-tolerance precision machining operations. 
  • Familiarity with modern CAM software, including: 
  • Mastercam 2026 
  • Fusion 360 (latest version) 
  • Camplete 2026 
  • CAM Assist 2.0 
  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks 2025 is beneficial. (Part modeling and final CAD design are completed by engineering; this role focuses on manufacturing process planning and machining execution.)

Benefits
  • Medical Insurance 
  • Dental Insurance 
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Company-paid employee medical premiums (employee coverage only) 
  • Family coverage available at employee cost 
  • Full-time, stable employment 
  • Equal Opportunity Employer


Additional Information
  • Successful candidates must complete a 60-day introductory employment period. 
  • Professional and industry references are required. 
  • This position is fully on-site in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

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