Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

At Arabelle Solutions, part of EDF Group, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come. You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world. We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.

Arabelle Solutions offers a broad portfolio of turbine island technologies and services that are used in more than a third of nuclear power plants globally – helping customers across the world deliver reliable power as they transition to a lower-carbon future. The Arabelle steam turbine is the most advanced of its kind and the company provides turbine island lifecycle support solutions for all nuclear reactor types - improving power output, reducing environmental footprint, and lowering operational cost. Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees across 16 countries and is a subsidiary of EDF Group.

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will be part of the Service Centre in Rugby and you will provide manufacturing assistance to the factory for active projects, development, and method enhancements. This includes tasks such as obtaining price quotes, collaborating with other departments, and supporting improvement initiatives aligned with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) standards.

• Develop CNC programs for Steam and Generator products, focusing on reducing lead times and costs through process optimization and enhancing machine capabilities.
• Evaluate tooling requirements for projects, drive productivity improvements and method changes to provide solutions to tooling issues, collaborating closely with suppliers on advanced techniques.
• Support project/meeting groups with technical advice as and when required.
• Support tendering for Steam and Generator products using engineering drawings to establish specifications, enabling competitive quotes to be delivered including all quality requirements.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing improvement projects within the department, targeting productivity, process enhancements, and quality objectives.

• Engineering qualification at HNC level or completed Engineering apprenticeship.
• Solid understanding of machining processes with previous CNC programming experience.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and interpreting design drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with excellent time management skills.
• Proven teamwork capabilities with strong communication skills and a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Commitment to meeting delivery milestones and ensuring adherence to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) requirements.

• Knowledge of Catia, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, Smart CAM-Advanced Mill, Tru Tops, Vericut.

This work is undertaken with UK Defence customers which will require any individual applying for the role to hold or be capable of getting SC Level clearance as a UK Passport Holder. Applicants not cleared will not be accepted into the business until this clearance is provided. Dual passport holders are acceptable if the second country is approved by the vetting authority.

Join us and work with global teams to support global customers! At Arabelle Solutions, we have team members of more than 49 nationalities spread across 16 countries. At Arabelle Solutions, we know diversity makes teams and business stronger.

Arabelle Solutions is a leading provider of nuclear turbine island technology and services. A third of the world's nuclear power plants rely on our technologies and services. Our innovative solutions and highly skilled teams energize the world with reliable, low-carbon electricity - critical for a sustainable future. With a heritage going back to the industry's early days, our expertise is built on continuous design innovation, manufacturing world-class turbine island technology and providing essential services to maintain, maximize and extend the lifetime of nuclear power plants across Europe, Asia and Africa. Our technologies range from the world's most powerful steam turbine in operation to modular designs optimized for SMRs, as well as generators, pumps, heat-exchangers, controls systems and cyber security. Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees working across 16 countries.

Arabelle Solutions believes that investing in employee development is key to our success. Our culture of learning focuses on developing our people and promoting the skills for the future. Thrive in a supportive work culture that is committed to continuous learning.