Manufacturing Engineer - Military veterans preferred

Company History:  Fathom is one of the largest digital manufacturing platforms offering on-demand manufacturing in North America. With more than 90 large-platform industrial-grade 3D printing machines and a national footprint with more than 500,000 square feet of manufacturing capacity across 10 facilities, Fathom seamlessly blends in-house capabilities across plastic and metal additive technologies, CNC machining, injection molding & tooling, urethane casting, sheet metal fabrication, and design and engineering. 

With over 50 years of industry experience, Fathom is at the forefront of the industry 4.0 digital manufacturing revolution serving clients in the technology, defense, aerospace, medical, automotive and IOT sectors. Fathom’s extensive certifications include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 Design, ISO 13485:2016, AS9100:2016, NIST 800-171 and ITAR.

Job/Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes in a CNC machine shop environment. This role involves close collaboration with machinists, quality assurance, production planning, and design engineering teams to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop CNC machining processes for new and existing products

• Create and optimize CNC programs using CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.)

• Develop setup sheets, tooling requirements, and work instructions

• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixturing, and machining strategies

• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions

• Work with machinists to reduce cycle times and improve part quality

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S)

• Conduct time studies and analyze production metrics to increase efficiency

• Ensure processes comply with quality, safety, and regulatory standards

• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) and provide DFM feedback to design teams

• Maintain documentation of processes and revisions in accordance with ISO or AS9100 standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or CNC machining environment

• Strong knowledge of CNC machines (mills, lathes, 3- to 5-axis equipment)

• Proficient in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam, Fusion 360)

• Understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and shop floor data collection tools

What we offer: 

Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Company paid for Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.

Additional Benefits: Paid time off, Floating Holidays, Volunteer time off, and sick time off (depending on state of employment). 401k Plan

Employee Perks: Discounts on products and services.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.  If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.