Manufacturing Process Engineer

Delva Tool & Machine•Cinnaminson Township, NJ

4d•$50,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Delva Tool & Machine is undergoing a transformation to move from tribal knowledge to documented, repeatable, technology-backed processes at its D1 facility. This role is responsible for mapping the current state, identifying gaps, and implementing improvements, starting with core SKUs. The company manufactures tight-tolerance precision components for aerospace and defense customers, holding tolerances to ±0.0002" across various alloys. The facility is equipped with Vertical Mills, Lathes, Swiss Lathes, and Mazak 5-axis horizontals with robotic loaders and automated pallet systems, operating on two shifts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on work experience in a precision machining environment).
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
Hands-on familiarity with CNC machining operations and supporting process documentation (work instructions, MPPs, inspection plans).
Methodical, organized approach to documentation, with the ability to keep it current and build systems for others to follow.
Comfortable working in a regulated environment, including ITAR data handling and quality management system requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience with DNC systems, spindle monitoring software, RFID-based tooling management, or ERP implementation in a machining environment.
Industrial engineering background with formal process improvement or workflow design experience.
AS9100 or aerospace/defense program experience, including FAI, source inspection, or audit support.
Management or team lead experience.
Familiarity with Mazak equipment or 5-axis horizontal machining workflows.

Responsibilities

Evaluate current-state workflows and build a gap analysis for DNC implementation, spindle monitoring software, RFID tooling management, and ERP process integration.
Develop and own manufacturing process plans (MPPs), work instructions, and quality control plans (QCPs) for assigned jobs, from first article through production.
Define and implement the workflow for an initial set of five to ten SKUs, ensuring complete process packages, specified tooling and fixturing, and confirmed floor-level execution.
Coordinate with Programming on job launches and with Quality on in-process inspection criteria, FAI planning, and non-conformance root cause investigations.
Identify and drive process improvement opportunities to reduce cycle time, improve yield, or lower cost, utilizing data from implemented monitoring and ERP systems.
Build and maintain process documentation in the document control system to ensure long-term accuracy and adherence.