Manufacturing Engineer

Inrock is seeking  

an experienced Manufacturing Engineer.  

(Sandvik Job Requisition #: R0089454)  

(Location: Houston, TX)  

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for the next challenge?  

InRock is seeking a talented individual to join our team in Houston, TX. We are a global engineering and manufacturing solutions company dedicated to providing our customers with sophisticated products and solutions that improve efficiency, profitability, safety, and sustainability in our field.  

Our success depends on yours  

Employees are our most valuable asset, and we’re committed to making Inrock a great place to work. Inrock and its parent company, Sandvik, have implemented training at every level to foster a workplace culture that values psychological safety, inclusivity, and learning.  

We don’t want to be your job–we want to be your career.  

We want to provide employees the opportunity for advancement within the company through career development planning and job opportunities at a national and global scale. This includes tuition assistance, employee and leadership programs, and an education platform through LinkedIn Learning.  

We also offer a strong employee benefits package, including…  

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities  

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• Parental leave  

• Legal support options   

Manufacturing Engineer  

In this position, you’ll…  

Overview 
This role involves creating precise programs for CNC 5-axis milling machines and lathes, ensuring the highest quality standards in production. The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with engineers and machinists to optimize manufacturing processes and improve efficiency. Our facility currently has Haas vertical mills with 5-axis trunnion tables, Hass 5-axis horizontal mill, Mori-Seiki, Doosan, Kingston lathes all with Fanuc controls. This will be an on-site, 5 days a week position 

Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement CNC programs for 5-axis milling and lathe operations using Mastercam software 

• Help with the design and implementation of new fixtures for product lines 

• Utilize CAD/CAM software for programming and simulation of machining operations. 

• Conduct setups with machinist on any new programs on the CNC machines, ensuring proper tooling and fixtures are in place. 

• Perform quality checks using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM). 

• Apply GD&T principles to ensure compliance with design specifications. 

• Collaborate with manufacturing manager and quality manager to identify opportunities for lean manufacturing improvements. 

• Troubleshoot machining issues and make necessary adjustments to optimize performance. 

• Collaborate with machinists, quality, and engineers to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to programming, tooling, and machining processes. 

• Validate and verify CNC programs for accuracy prior to release to the shop floor. 

• Maintain documentation of programming changes, setups, and process improvements. 

• Validate and verify CNC programs for accuracy prior to release to the shop floor. 

Qualifications 

• Proficient in CNC programming with experience in both CNC 5-axis milling machines and lathes. 

• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM software including Mastercam, SolidWorks, Featurecam, and familiarity with lean manufacturing principles. 

• Experience with Haas and Fanuc controls is a must. 

• Solid understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) practices. 

• Mechanical knowledge with the ability to read schematics and blueprints effectively. 

• Familiarity with tooling requirements and geometry calculations for various machining operations. 

• Excellent math skills for precision measurements and calculations related to machining processes. 

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work in a production style environment. Join our team as a CNC Programmer where your expertise will contribute significantly to our production capabilities while fostering a culture of continuous improvement within our organization. 

• Strong understanding of machining processes, tool paths, and G-code. 

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. 

If you take pride in your job and want to work with a company committed to developing your career, we encourage you to apply!  

How to apply   

For immediate consideration, please apply online at http://www.sandvik.com/careers to the Manufacturing Engineer position, Job Requisition #R0089454. 

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.