Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programming

Manufacturing Engineer

Are you a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer looking for your next opportunity to make an impact? If so, Emerson has a great opportunity at our Marshalltown, Iowa facility. The Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in supporting high-precision machining operations by creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for complex components across a variety of machines.

This role is responsible for translating engineering models and drawings into efficient machining processes, including selecting tools, designing fixtures, and programming toolpaths using CAM software. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and tooling teams to support the launch of new products, improve existing processes, and help ensure on-time delivery of high-quality components.

Success in this position requires a deep understanding of machining principles, toolpath strategy, and fixture design. You'll need strong communication skills and a continuous improvement approach to support productivity goals and cost reduction initiatives. Experience with EdgeCam, GibbsCam, and Siemens NX is a plus, as is the ability to solve and resolve programming or process issues in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

In this role, your responsibilities will be:

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and multi-axis CNC machines using CAM software (e.g., Edgecam, Gibbscam, Siemens NX, etc.).
• Design and/or specify fixturing and workholding solutions to ensure repeatable setups, part stability, and machining accuracy.
• Analyze quality data and assist with root cause investigations for machining-related nonconformances; implement corrective programming changes.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times, improve tool life, and reduce scrap and rework.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure manufacturability and support new product introduction.
• Assist in the development of capital investment plans, supporting machine and fixture capability requirements.
• Provide mentorship to CNC operators and programmers, promoting skill development and consistency in process execution.

For this role, you will need:

• Minimum of 3 years of CNC machining and programming experience, or a 2-year degree in a manufacturing, machining, engineering, or industrial technology-related field.
• Experience with CAM software (e.g., Edgecam, Gibbscam, Siemens NX, etc.).
• Strong understanding of geometry and trigonometry fundamentals.
• Ability to accurately read, interpret, and apply engineering part prints and technical drawings.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Who you are:

You identify and seize new opportunities. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You partner with others to get work done. You experiment to find new solutions.

Our culture & commitment to you:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, you'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!