Campbell Engineering Inc

Campbell Engineering Inc.

Precision CNC Machining | Lake Forest, CA

Company Overview

Campbell Engineering Inc. (CEI) is a well-established ISO 9001 and AS9100-certified CNC machine shop located in Lake Forest, California, in the heart of Orange County. Founded in 1996 by CEO and President James Campbell, CEI has built a strong reputation for solving complex manufacturing challenges and delivering high-precision machined parts for demanding industries.

Campbell Engineering specializes in CNC milling, CNC turning (lathe), wire EDM, and precision assembly, supporting customers from prototype through full production. The company machines a wide range of materials — from plastics and aluminum to stainless steel and hardened alloys — while maintaining strict quality and delivery standards.

What Campbell Engineering Does

Campbell Engineering is a manufacturer of precision machined parts and assemblies, serving customers across a diverse set of high-tech and regulated industries, including:

• Aerospace & Defense
• Medical & Dental
• Optical & Laser Technology
• Electronics & Sensors
• Industrial & Precision Components

CEI partners closely with customer Engineering and Procurement teams to improve manufacturability, reduce costs, and ensure reliable production schedules.

Machining Capabilities

Campbell Engineering operates a modern, climate-controlled facility equipped with advanced CNC technology, including:

• CNC Milling (Vertical & Horizontal, multi-axis)
• CNC Turning / Lathe (Y-axis, live tooling, mill-turn)
• Wire EDM
• Precision Assembly & Kitting
• Tight-tolerance production and repeat work

The shop supports both prototype development and production machining, making it an ideal environment for machinists who enjoy variety, technical challenges, and continuous improvement.

Quality & Certifications

Quality is at the core of everything CEI does. The company maintains a controlled quality system and adheres to rigorous industry standards, including:

• AS9100D Certification
• ISO 9001:2015 Certification
• Strong process control, inspection, and documentation practices

This commitment ensures consistent, high-quality output and long-term customer partnerships.

Company Culture & Values

At Campbell Engineering, people matter. The company places a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and long-term relationships — both with customers and employees.

Team CEI values:

• Empowered and motivated employees
• Agile, solution-focused thinking
• Ethical, customer-serving mindset
• Collaboration across machining, engineering, and quality

Many employees have been with the company 10+ years, reflecting a stable work environment where machinists are respected, supported, and given opportunities to grow.

Why Machinists Like Working at Campbell Engineering

• Stable, long-standing CNC machine shop with nearly 30 years in business
• Modern equipment and organized shop floor
• Diverse, high-precision work — not just button-pushing
• Strong quality culture (AS9100 / ISO)
• Collaborative environment where machinists’ input is valued
• Located in Lake Forest, CA, with access to Orange County amenities

Location

📍 Lake Forest, California (Orange County)
A prime Southern California location with access to aerospace, medical, and advanced manufacturing industries.