Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.
Manufacturing Engineer (Experienced in Programming)
Wheeling, Illinois, US
Role snapshot
Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer (Experienced in Programming) on a full-time basis. This is an on-site role based in Wheeling, Illinois, US.
- Company
- Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.
- Location
- Wheeling, Illinois, US
- Work mode
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
Who this role suits
Practitioners with a few years behind them who can work independently, make trade-offs and help newer teammates.
How to prepare your application
- Prepare examples of decisions you drove, how you measured the result, and how you worked with other teams.
- Be ready to discuss trade-offs and scope, not only the tools you have used.
- Read what Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Description
Responsible for developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes to increase throughput, ensure quality, and reduce cost through data-driven analysis and hands-on process design. This role plays a key part in creating efficient production methods and maximizing the performance of laser cutting, turret punching, and press brake operations while supporting safe, scalable, and reliable manufacturing.
Located in Wheeling, IL.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) performance
- Program and optimize laser cutting machines, turret punches, and press brakes to ensure efficient production, material utilization, and cycle time reduction
- Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement corrective actions to improve throughput and reduce downtime
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, SMED, standard work)
- Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures
- Coordinate installation, startup, and integration of new equipment, tooling, and automation systems
- Troubleshoot production and equipment issues in collaboration with operators, maintenance, and engineering teams
- Provide technical input and cost justification for capital equipment purchases and process upgrades
- Collaborate with suppliers and customers to define manufacturability and resolve technical issues
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA) for quality and production issues and implement sustainable solutions
- Support production scheduling and ERP/MES systems to improve workflow and resource planning
- Track and report key performance metrics such as OEE, scrap, cycle time, and uptime
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes
- Hands-on experience programming laser cutting systems (e.g., fiber lasers), turret punches, and CNC press brakes
- Experience with nesting software and optimizing material utilization
- Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to use production data to drive decisions
- Ability to manage projects and coordinate cross-functional teams
- Effective communication skills with both shop floor and leadership teams
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in metal fabrication or sheet metal production strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience with CNC programming and process optimization in a production setting
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