Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

This position is responsible for creating CNC programs from construction drawings with proper material assignments and machining using Microvellum and CAD software. The role involves generating machine code from standard libraries and custom products, requiring knowledge of materials used in fabrication and their specifications to create fully machined nest drawings for a CNC controlled 3‑axis overhead router. The engineer will also develop 2D CAD shop drawings from architectural and interior design drawings for submittal and construction.

• Interpret construction drawings to build products and parts through Microvellum with full machining for joinery and hardware, generating CNC G‑code.
• Assess drawings to determine the proper starting product to modify and create new custom products using Microvellum or CAD.
• Assign proper materials to products with attention to thickness, board sizes, and grain/pattern directions.
• Include and assign machining to parts for all applicable hardware including hinges, pulls, drawer slides, grommets, access panels, row holes, etc.
• Understand basic machine operations and distinguish proper tooling for each machining action.
• Create organized nest drawings for use by the machine operator.
• Collaborate with shop floor personnel on issues and manufacturing concerns, ensuring continuous product and process improvements.
• Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and field service providers.
• Interpret architectural and interior design drawings to create 2D construction drawings using CAD software.
• Provide complete, detailed, and accurate drawings for manufacturing operations, adhering to customers’ needs and applicable codes and regulations.
• Prepare construction information such as drawings, cut lists, and BOM for programming, machining, and assembly operations.
• Develop and modify existing products from established standard specifications.
• Prepare approval drawings ensuring all essential product information is signed off by the customer.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.

• Millwork
• Manufacturing engineering
• Process improvement
• Solidworks

• Formally educated or have a 2‑year degree beyond high school or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive and current knowledge of product, options pricing, and product applications, with an understanding of application and modification capabilities.
• Strong understanding of store fixtures and design engineering.
• Ability to work with layouts, drawings, and other documents to determine a customer’s product needs and recommend improvements to existing layouts.

The role involves working with a manufacturer of custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and casework products. The environment may expose the engineer to dust, various temperatures, fumes, and loud noise in the factory or job site setting. Regular exposure to these workplace characteristics requires tolerance and adherence to all company safety procedures, including wearing required personal protective equipment while on the production floor.

Contract to Hire position based out of Kenyon, MN.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $55.00 per hour.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Fully onsite position in Kenyon, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.