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Job Overview Our Connectors Business Unit in Leeds, AL is looking for a CNC Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve machining operations on our 2nd shift team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with CNC machining processes, programming, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Experience with industrial robotics, specifically Fanuc and ABB robots, is highly desired. Candidates with experience in a foundry, casting, or heavy manufacturing environment is also highly desired. This position requires a floor-focused engineer who enjoys working directly with operators, maintenance personnel, and production teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability. A Day In The Life Provide day-to-day engineering support for CNC machining, robotic grinding and welding, and foundry operations during 2nd shift. Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs for mills, lathes, and machining centers. Analyze machining processes and implement improvements to increase throughput, reduce cycle times, and improve quality. Support setup reduction initiatives and standardize machining processes. Troubleshoot tooling, fixturing, machine performance, and quality-related issues. Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and setup sheets. Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality concerns. Support new product launches through process development, tooling selection, and equipment validation. Collaborate with operators, supervisors, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues. Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Program, troubleshoot, and support automated manufacturing cells utilizing Fanuc and ABB robotic systems. Assist with robotic integration projects, end-of-arm tooling development, and automation improvements. Monitor production metrics and implement corrective actions to achieve operational targets. Ensure compliance with all company safety and quality standards. What will help you thrive in this role? Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field; equivalent experience will be considered. Minimum 3 years of CNC manufacturing or machining engineering experience. Strong understanding of CNC programming, machining processes, tooling, and fixturing. Experience supporting production machining environments. Hands-on troubleshooting skills with CNC equipment and manufacturing processes. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and process specifications. Experience with problem-solving methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, Fishbone, or similar techniques. Strong communication and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience programming or supporting Fanuc robots. Experience programming or supporting ABB robots. Experience with robotic automation cells and automated material handling systems. Foundry, casting, metalworking, or heavy manufacturing experience. CAD/CAM software experience such as Mastercam, Esprit, Fusion 360, NX, or similar. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies. Knowledge of machine vision systems, robotic integration, and PLC-controlled equipment. Understanding of casting-to-machining manufacturing processes. Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
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