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# Manufacturing Applications Engineer

- **Company:** Ludlow Manufacturing, Inc.
- **Location:** Beach Park, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Programming, SolidWorks (CAD), Programming Tools, Software Engineering, Industrial Software
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/manufacturing-applications-engineer-waukegan-il--93634954-3902-43ce-a1f6-0beb752ff90b

## About the Role

Manufacturing Software, Software Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Metal Manufacturing, Product/Service Launch, Product Support, Product Engineering, Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for metal fabrication, process improvement, and advanced manufacturing technology? We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and production of sheet metal and fabricated products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment., * Minimum 2 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience

 * Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
 * Experience with SolidWorks and sheet metal design
 * Knowledge of CNC laser cutting, press brake forming, and metal fabrication processes
 * Ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and GD&T
 * Excellent communication and teamwork skills, * Proficiency with SolidWorks, including 3D parts, assemblies, drawings, and sheet metal functions.
* Hands-on experience with offline CAM/programming software for metal fabrication equipment.
* Press brake forming and offline programming experience, including bend sequencing, tooling selection, and setups.
* Working knowledge of CNC laser cutting and sheet metal fabrication processes.
* Ability to read and interpret customer engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T.
* Experience developing and maintaining manufacturing routings and process information in an ERP system; Global Shop experience preferred.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on manufacturing troubleshooting skills., * Experience programming CNC laser cutting equipment.
 * Experience with fabricated assemblies, welding, fixtures, and downstream manufacturing processes.
 * Experience supporting new product introduction and first-piece development.
 * Associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent practical experience.

## Description

* Support new product introduction from engineering review through first-piece production and process release.
 * Create and modify internal parts, assemblies, drawings, fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing aids using SolidWorks CAD.
 * Create and maintain offline CAM programs for CNC laser cutting and press brake forming equipment.
 * Develop press brake forming processes, including bend sequence, tooling selection, setup, and forming strategy using offline programming software.
 * Select appropriate manufacturing methods, tooling, and equipment for new and existing parts.
 * Troubleshoot CAD, CAM, laser cutting, press brake forming, tooling, and dimensional issues on the production floor.
 * Work with operators and production personnel to improve part quality, setup efficiency, repeatability, and throughput.
 * Review customer drawings and supplied CAD models for manufacturability and identify design or process concerns before release to production.
 * Use Global Shop ERP to develop and maintain production routings, manufacturing operations, and related process information.
 * Design or modify fixtures, gauges, templates, and manufacturing aids as required.