CNC Engineer

Responsibilities

• Split responsibilities between 50% programming and 50% machining, depending on project load.

• Assist with estimating and quoting, verifying the accuracy of time and cost on customer quotes.

• Familiarize with outside processing of parts.

• Be accountable for meeting deadlines with flexibility if work is completed.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in machining and programming (not an operator role).

• Strong proficiency in Mastercam, including the ability to load, read, and modify programs.

• Solid understanding of tooling, fixturing, machining strategy, and program optimization.

• Experience with SolidWorks is preferred, though secondary to strong Mastercam skills.

• Knowledge of CNC programming and manufacturing engineering.

• Experience in design and manufacturing environments, particularly in aerospace, medical, and dental markets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elmhurst, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Compensation & Financial Rewards - Competitive hourly and salary compensation based on experience - Shift differential opportunities (where applicable) - Paid biweekly via direct deposit - Quarterly discretionary bonus opportunity based on company performance - Annual profit-sharing potential Health & Wellness Benefits - Medical Insurance (Aetna PPO) with company contributions toward deductible and out-of-pocket costs - Dental Insurance (Principal) - plans starting at $18.24 per paycheck - Vision Insurance (Principal) - plans starting at $3.38 per paycheck - Coverage begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment Retirement & Financial Security - 401(k) Plan with 3% Company Safe Harbor Match - Pre-tax and Roth contribution options available - Company-paid Life Insurance - Company-paid Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off - Paid Vacation Time - Paid Sick/Personal Time - 8 Paid Company Holidays annually Additional Voluntary Benefits - Short-Term Disability - Additional Life Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Accident Insurance - Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elmhurst,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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