Job Description TITLE: Manufacturing Engineer Comp: $70,000-$85,000 Location: Lexington, KY Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Manufacturing Engineer direct hire position in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities: Write and develop CNC programs from scratch using G-code for new parts Prototype and prove out new components before releasing to production Optimize machining processes for cycle time, quality, and efficiency Design and improve tooling, fixturing, and workholding solutions Collaborate with design engineering on new product introduction Troubleshoot machining issues directly on the shop floor Support machinists by ensuring programs are accurate and production-ready Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean, efficiency, cost reduction) Maintain documentation for processes and programming standards Required Skills: Ability to write CNC programs from scratch in G-code (critical) Strong CNC machining background (mills + lathes) Experience with multi-axis machines (beyond basic 2-3 axis) Hands-on experience proving out new parts and processes Solid understanding of tooling, fixturing, and machining fundamentals Comfortable working directly on the shop floor with machinists #ENG123