Manufacturing Project Engineer

Elmhurst, Illinois Permanent USD80,000 - USD110,000 per year View Job Description
This role leads engineering initiatives centered on manufacturing, with a strong focus on supporting CNC machining in a heavy industrial environment. It works closely with both production and engineering teams to improve processes, offer hands-on support on the shop floor, and ensure projects move efficiently from the planning stage through execution.
  • 80-110k/year base + discretionary bonus
  • 15 days PTO/Vacation

About Our Client

This is a large, established manufacturing company that supports the power generation sector, producing a wide range of products-from small, precision-machined parts to large, intricate turbine assemblies. With multiple facilities and robust in-house machining capabilities, it offers engineers the chance to stay closely connected to shop floor operations within a highly technical and challenging environment.

Job Description

  • Manage manufacturing and process‑driven projects supporting CNC machining operations
  • Act as a primary liaison between engineering and production, ensuring manufacturability and smooth handoff to the shop floor
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and process stability
  • Use SolidWorks to support tooling, layouts, fixtures, and manufacturing documentation
  • Coordinate cross‑functional efforts involving machining, quality, operations, and leadership
  • Track project timelines, deliverables, and priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
  • Support lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization efforts
  • Provide hands‑on technical support to production as engineering releases processes to the floor
  • Assist with troubleshooting machining and manufacturing challenges as they arise
  • Participate in planning and execution of capital or process‑driven improvements



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Hands‑on manufacturing engineering or project engineering experience in a CNC machining environment
  • Strong understanding of machining processes (programming not required)
  • Experience using SolidWorks in a manufacturing or industrial setting
  • Background supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
  • Project management experience within a production‑focused environment
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or extensive equivalent hands‑on experience
  • 5-8 years of relevant manufacturing experience, with flexibility for the right profile
  • Strong communication skills and comfort working directly on the shop floor
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt in a production‑driven environment
  • Experience in power generation, turbomachinery, or heavy industrial manufacturing is a plus

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $80,000-$100,000, depending on experience
  • Discretionary annual bonus program
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • 15 days of paid time off plus paid holidays
  • Employee assistance program, referral program, and company bonus opportunities
  • Stable, long‑term manufacturing environment supporting critical infrastructure industries
  • Collaborative engineering team with strong ties to production
  • Hands‑on role offering high visibility and ownership over impactful manufacturing projects
Contact
Ethan Norman
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7032974

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Elmhurst
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Norman
Job Reference
JN-062026-7032974