EVEREC - CNC Engineer - Norfolk - £DOE

CNC Engineer – Norfolk – £DOE

One of our key clients in the EV and electric powertrain sector, based in Norfolk, is hiring a CNC Engineer to support the prototyping and development of cutting-edge electric motors and drive systems.

The CNC Engineer will work within a high-performance machine shop environment, taking responsibility for the quick turnaround manufacture of precision components to support new product development projects. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with engineers, and working to tight tolerances and deadlines.

Role: CNC Engineer (Prototyping)

Location: Norfolk (Hethel Engineering Centre)

Salary: DOE

Working Arrangement: 5 days per week on site

Key Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in CNC machining with ability to program, set, and operate 3 & 4 axis CNC machines (G-code and conversational)
• Experience using CNC Mill-turn and Vertical Machining Centres (VMCs)
• Solid knowledge of tooling, cutting speeds, feeds, and material properties
• Ability to interpret complex 2D technical drawings and 3D CAD models
• Experience of First Article Inspection (FAI) processes and use of metrology equipment
• Comfortable advising engineers on design-for-manufacture and proposing design tweaks
• Experience working in a fast-paced prototyping or NPI environment
• Familiar with CAD/CAM systems and general workshop equipment
• Strong understanding of machining best practices, safety, and Total Productive Maintenance
• Ability to work to 5S / ETA 7S standards and contribute to process improvements

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture precision prototype components from engineering drawings for R&D and internal projects
• Liaise closely with project engineers to ensure component suitability, tolerance accuracy and timely delivery
• Program, set and operate CNC machines to produce low-volume, high-complexity parts
• Conduct first article inspections and ensure parts meet all specifications
• Perform preventive maintenance and machine checks to minimise downtime
• Maintain a safe, clean and well-organised machine shop environment
• Suggest improvements to machining processes, tool selection, and workshop efficiency
• Provide support during the design phase to ensure components can be machined in-house
• Contribute to the implementation and development of NPI strategies and production methods

If this role is of interest, please apply on LinkedIn or email dan.avila@everec.co.uk.