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# Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Robotics & Machining

- **Company:** Express Employment International
- **Location:** Oxford, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $85,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Autodesk Inventor, Reliability Engineering, Siemens NX, Visual Systems, M-code, Software Troubleshooting, Fanuc, Real Time Data, Mastercam
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usc31cff6d34a6828bab8ea06f6d751006/eaa

## About the Role

* Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related)., * 3-7 years in manufacturing engineering and/or CNC programming.
 * Hands-on time in machining, automation, or high-volume production.

Soft skills

 * Structured problem-solver with high attention to detail and quality.
 * Strong communicator across shop floor and leadership.
 * Effective independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred

 * Six Sigma Green Belt (or comparable CI credential).
 * Experience with IoT, MES, and real-time data.
 * Expertise in toolpath optimization, cutting science, and HSM.
 * ERP/MRP experience.
 * Background in aerospace, medical, or automotive manufacturing.

Technical proficiency

 * Equipment Troubleshooting
 * Troubleshooting Skills
 * CNC Programming
 * CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
 * Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
 * Machine Geometry & Alignment
 * Machine Setups for Production Runs

Equipment & software

 * CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc)
 * CAM Software (Mastercam, Autodesk Fusion 360, Siemens NX)
 * CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Work environment

 * Manufacturing floor presence; hands-on with machines and controls.
 * Standing, walking, and occasional lifting required.
 * Minimal travel for training or vendor collaboration.

## Description

Mission: Build world-class, digitally enabled machining systems. From NPI to scaling stable production, you'll architect processes, write and refine CNC programs, and fuse automation into operations-delivering precision at speed.
Imagine this challenge
A new component family is entering production. You analyze drawings, design fixtures, and craft CAM strategies for both VMCs and multi-axis lathes. On the floor, you iterate toolpaths, tweak G/M-code, and validate Cpk. By week's end, a robot and vision check stabilize load/unload and error-proof inspection-cutting cycle time and scrap.
Core responsibilities
Process design & improvement

 * Engineer scalable, cost-effective methods with clear documentation.
 * Define manufacturing approaches and validation plans for product launches.
 * Lead continuous improvement to reduce waste and boost throughput.

CNC programming excellence

 * Develop and optimize programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis machines via CAM.
 * Adjust machine code at the control; resolve programming issues quickly.
 * Refine strategies with machinists; manage program versions and libraries.

Automation & Industry 4.0

 * Implement robotics, PLCs, and vision systems to automate and error-proof.
 * Contribute to PLC logic and robot path programming.
 * Adopt CAD/CAM integrations, digital twins, and connected manufacturing tools.

Operations & technical support

 * Provide on-call support to eliminate downtime and defects.
 * Use data and KPIs to target constraints; drive corrective actions via RCA.
 * Partner with maintenance to sustain equipment reliability.

Quality & compliance leadership

 * Ensure processes meet specifications and standards at all times.
 * Develop PFMEAs, control plans, and SOPs; support audits.

Project execution

 * Plan and deliver equipment upgrades, new lines, and process improvement projects.
 * Coordinate across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain.
 * Hit schedule, budget, and technical targets., * CNC program efficiency and cycle time reductions.
 * Higher machine utilization and uptime.
 * Lower scrap and rework.
 * Successful automation and process improvements.
 * On-time, on-budget project delivery., **Job Summary : ** The Screw Machine Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes for Acme-Gridley and Davenport multi-spindle…
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