Senior Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Programming)

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Programming)

We're recruiting a Senior Manufacturing Engineer (CNC Programming). You'll bring new aerospace products into production and improve our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities and duties

• Offline CNC programming of aerospace components on 3, 4 and 5 axis milling machines using CAM software (MasterCAM or CATIA V5)
• Design of fixtures and work holding devices
• Selection of efficient cutting tool packages and tool testing
• Verification of NC code using Vericut
• Creating process booklets and work instruction for machine set-up and tool assembly
• Work closely with Production and Quality departments to improve and optimise current manufacturing methods
• Support Marketing/Sales teams by designing manufacturing concepts for potential projects and assisting with quotations
• Update ERP system with all relevant information for each component
• Work with tooling manufacturers to introduce latest tooling technology and strategies
• Liaise with external programming sub-contractors to deliver programs on time and within customer specification

Skills and experience

• Senior Manufacturing Engineer: 5+ years' experience in a High Precision Engineering Environment
• A Higher National Diploma (HND) or Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline. Alternatively, we welcome applications from candidates who have completed a full engineering apprenticeship alongside relevant, demonstrable manufacturing experience.
• Experience using CAM software, e.g. MasterCAM, Hypermill, EdgeCAM, CATIA V5 or similar
• Knowledge of G & M Codes
• Knowledge of CNC machining strategies and processes

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria Criteria

• Knowledge of Advanced NC functions such as Macro Programming, Probing, etc.
• Knowledge of multiple NC control systems, e.g. FANUC, Heidenhain, Siemens, etc.
• Project Management Experience
• Experience using Lean Tools, e.g. Six Sigma

Additional Information Working hours

Monday-Thursday, 7.00 am-4.00 pm; Friday, 7.00 am-12 noon

Friday 30th October