Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programming

Company: JAKTOOL
Location: Cranbury
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Summary Are you naturally hands-on, curious, and driven to solve hard problems? JAKTOOL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC programming experience to support precision prototype services. This role owns the translation of engineering intent into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes—including design collaboration, CAM programming, fixturing, validation, and continuous improvement—in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is not a passive role. It requires independent judgment, technical ownership, and flexibility to meet project-driven demands. The work is challenging and often ambiguous, and success depends on your ability to think critically, make decisions, and adapt as designs evolve. You’ll collaborate with others who take pride in tackling difficult problems and delivering solutions that push beyond what’s considered possible. If you’re motivated by learning, ownership, and growth, we’d like to grow together. Day in the Life On any given day, you may independently evaluate new customer drawings, determine manufacturability risks, and define machining and fixturing strategies to meet technical, quality, and schedule requirements. You will develop and refine CNC programs, make process decisions based on engineering judgment, and validate results through inspection and iterative improvement. Your work is project-driven rather than task-based. You’ll prioritize competing technical demands, collaborate across engineering and operations, and exercise discretion in how problems are solved. Time may be spent at a workstation programming, on the shop floor validating processes, or in design and review discussions—depending on project needs. Success in this role is measured by the quality, reliability, and effectiveness of the manufacturing processes you develop. You are expected to manage your workload, make independent decisions, and take ownership of outcomes in a fast-paced prototype environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and own CNC machining strategies and programs for precision prototype parts, from initial setup through first article, iterative refinement and manufacturing transfer Design and document complex manufacturing processes , including: Tooling selection Workholding and fixturing Machining and finishing strategies Work instructions and control plans Create and modify CAM programs (i.e. Mastercam) with attention to: Toolpath strategy Feeds and speeds Tool life, surface finish, and cycle time Design and fabricate custom fixtures and tooling to support prototyping and qualification cycles Apply GD&T principles to machining and inspection strategies Perform and interpret precision inspection using micrometers, bore gages, optical comparator, and other metrology tools Troubleshoot machining and process issues using root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions Collaborate with design, engineering, and operations to support design reviews and manufacturability decisions Support scheduling and resource planning to meet aggressive prototype timelines. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in programming, setups, and process documentation EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering. Equivalent combination of advanced education and directly relevant professional experience may be considered as an alternative SKILLS EXPERIENCE: Solid and proven experience as a Manufacturing/Process/CNC Engineer Skilled in a CNC Machining Environment within a Lean Culture CNC Programming and Execution Experience Required with a focus on process design/oversight Familiarity with: Mastercam, HAAS, DMG Mori Familiar with ISO 9001

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