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Manufacturing Engineer Atlas Fibre

100K–150K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Atlas Fibre seeks a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support machining operations in Northbrook, IL. The role involves solving problems improving processes and collaborating with production teams. The Manufacturing Engineer will provide day-to-day support troubleshoot machining quality and develop robust machining processes.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support to production operations
  • 2Troubleshoot machining quality tooling and process-related issues
  • 3Develop and improve machining processes for composite and plastic components
  • 4Create and optimize CNC programs using Mastercam
  • 5Design and implement workholding fixtures and manufacturing solutions
  • 6Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for production and quality issues
  • 7Work closely with machinists programmers and quality personnel to improve manufacturing performance
  • 8Develop setup sheets work instructions process documentation and engineering standards
  • 9Support new product introduction activities and transition projects into production
  • 10Assist with equipment validation process capability studies and continuous improvement initiatives
  • 11Evaluate manufacturing risks and implement practical solutions to improve quality and efficiency

Requirements11

  • 15+ years of Manufacturing Engineering CNC Programming or related experiences
  • 2Strong understanding of CNC machining processes
  • 3Experience with Mastercam or similar CAM software
  • 4Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
  • 5Working knowledge of GD&T and inspection methods
  • 6Experience troubleshooting manufacturing and quality issues
  • 7Strong understanding of tooling and machining fundamentals
  • 8Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
  • 9Comfortable working in a fast-paced hands-on manufacturing environment
  • 10Preferred experience machining plastics composites or engineered materials
  • 11Familiarity with Vericut or similar simulation software

Salary Insight

$100 - $150k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

cnc toolingcnc programmingmastercamgd&tinspection methods
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