Project Engineer | Manufacturing
Michael Page International
- Melrose Park, Illinois
- 22 days ago
- $90,000–$110,000 Per Year
- Full-time
Highlights
Contact Zac Jones Quote job ref JN-062026-7050809Job SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Project / Program ManagementIndustry: Industrial / ManufacturingLocation: Melrose ParkContract Type: PermanentConsultant Name: Zac JonesJob Reference: JN-062026-7050809 Job TitleManufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionManage manufacturing and process-driven projects supporting CNC machining operations.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Melrose Park, Illinois |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $90,000–$110,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Job TitleManufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionManage manufacturing and process-driven projects supporting CNC machining operations. Act as a primary liaison between engineering and production, ensuring manufacturability and smooth handoff to the shop floor. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and process stability. Use SolidWorks to support tooling, layouts, fixtures, and manufacturing documentation. Coordinate cross-functional efforts involving machining, quality, operations, and leadership. Track project timelines, deliverables, and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Support lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization efforts. Provide hands-on technical support to production as engineering releases processes to the floor. Assist with troubleshooting machining and manufacturing challenges as they arise. Participate in planning and execution of capital or process-driven improvements.The Successful ApplicantHands-on manufacturing engineering or project engineering experience in a CNC machining environment. Strong understanding of machining processes (programming not required). Experience using SolidWorks in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Background supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives. Project management experience within a production-focused environment. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or extensive equivalent hands-on experience. 5-8 years of relevant manufacturing experience, with flexibility for the right profile. Strong communication skills and comfort working directly on the shop floor. Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adapt in a production-driven environment. Experience in power generation, turbomachinery, or heavy industrial manufacturing is a plus. Sponsorship not provided.What's on OfferCompetitive salary range of $80,000-$100,000, depending on experience. Discretionary annual bonus program. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) plan with company match. 15 days of paid time off plus paid holidays. Employee assistance program, referral program, and company bonus opportunities. Stable, long-term manufacturing environment supporting critical infrastructure industries. Collaborative engineering team with strong ties to production. Hands-on role offering high visibility and ownership over impactful manufacturing projects.Contact Zac Jones Quote job ref JN-062026-7050809Job SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Project / Program ManagementIndustry: Industrial / ManufacturingLocation: Melrose ParkContract Type: PermanentConsultant Name: Zac JonesJob Reference: JN-062026-7050809
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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