Manufacturing Engineer Technician (MET)
Job Description:
Experienced Manufacturing Engineer Technician (MET) wanted to support CNC programming, setup, process development, troubleshooting, first article validation, and production support at a precision medical device manufacturer in West Chester, PA. This is a highly technical role requiring someone who can take a part from drawing or CAD model through programming, setup, prove-out, first article approval, and production release. This is not a programming-only role and not an engineering-only role. Full-Time | 100% Onsite. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available. Compensation: $95,000-$120,000 annually or $35.00-$45.00 per hour.
1. CNC Programming & Process Development:
- Create CNC programs using CAD/CAM software
- Develop machining strategies
- Convert drawings and models into production-ready programs
- Select tooling and machining processes
- Optimize cycle times and efficiency
2. Setup, Prove-Out & Production Release:
- Perform machine setups
- Run first articles
- Prove out new programs
- Validate dimensions and tolerances
- Troubleshoot machining issues
- Release jobs into production
3. Manufacturing Support:
- Provide technical support to machinists
- Support engineering changes
- Troubleshoot production challenges
- Improve manufacturing processes
Qualifications:
- CNC programming experience
- CAD/CAM experience
- Setup experience
- First article experience
- Blueprint reading
- Troubleshooting ability
- Production support experience