Mechanical Engineer
West Wyoming, PA
Leonard Workforce Solutions is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer for our client, Ashley Machine & Tool in West Wyoming, PA.
This is a full-time, on-site position. Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
*** Qualified individuals should email their resume and brief email/note of interest to Bill Leonard at LeonardWorkforceSolutions@gmail.com or Bill@LeonardWorkforceSolutions.com
About Ashley Machine & Tool Co.
Ashley Machine & Tool Co. is a precision manufacturing leader specializing in high-tolerance aerospace and industrial components. From initial engineering and custom tooling to detailed operation planning, we study customer blueprints, 3D CAD models, and part specifications to transform raw materials into complex, flight-critical components.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to play a pivotal leadership role in our engineering and manufacturing operations. In this dual technical and supervisory role, you will collaborate directly with company ownership to quote new work, analyze customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and manage projects from concept through shop-floor execution, while mentoring junior engineers.
*** The ideal candidate will:
Have mechanical engineering experience
Have the ability to interrogate prints / models to design hold fixtures and customer parts.
Have the ability to assist in quoting new work
Be self-motivated
Key Responsibilities
Quoting & Job Bidding: Partner directly with the company owner to review incoming customer RFPs, blueprints, 3D CAD models, and part specifications to generate accurate cost estimates, cycle time evaluations, and competitive sales quotes.
Team Management & Mentorship: Oversee, guide, and manage two junior mechanical engineers, directing their day-to-day engineering deliverables, technical development, and project assignments.
NC Programming & Process Planning: Develop numeric control (NC) programs for multi-axis CNC machine tools, establishing optimal machining sequences, feeds, and speeds from raw stock to finished components.
Fixture & Tooling Design: Design production workholding fixtures and quality checking/inspection fixtures required for precise manufacturing.
Shop-Floor Operations Support: Work closely with CNC machine operators and detail operators to troubleshoot processes, refine setup operations, and ensure cost-effective production.
Tooling Procurement Support: Prepare and provide comprehensive cutter lists to ensure all necessary cutting tools, holders, and inserts are secured prior to production runs.
Technical Project Management: Manage aerospace and industrial job progress to guarantee strict adherence to customer delivery schedules, quality specifications, and cost targets.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, OR equivalent hands-on precision machining and CNC engineering experience.
Experience: Proven experience in precision machining, aerospace manufacturing, or job shop environments.
Technical & Machine Control Skills:
Hands-on familiarity and comfort working with FANUC, Fagor, and Siemens controls.
Strong proficiency in NC programming and CAD/CAM software.
In-depth expertise reading and interpreting complex engineering blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and 3D CAD models.
Proven skill in mechanical fixture design and cutting tool selection for aerospace alloys and industrial materials.
Estimating & Quoting Ability: Experience analyzing RFPs, estimating machining cycle times, material costs, and tooling needs for new job bidding.
Leadership & Soft Skills: Strong project management, clear communication, and leadership skills to mentor junior engineering talent effectively.
Commpensation
Starting salary range of $70,000 - $100,000/yr., DOE
401k – eligible after 1 year of service
401k match up to 4%
FSA account available
Vacation negotiable
(3) PTO days
12 paid holidays
STATUS: Recruiting