CMM Programmers

We are currently recruiting for experienced CMM Programmers / Engineers to support a major engineering and manufacturing programme based at our client's site in Preston.

This is an initial 6-month contract with the potential for extension.

The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, with responsibility for CMM programming, dimensional measurement, programme optimisation and manufacturing support.

This position would suit a proactive, self-motivated engineer with strong CMM programming experience gained within aerospace, precision engineering or another high-quality manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile, develop and update CMM programmes for multi-sized components using CATIA V5.
• Create prove-out documentation and support try-outs of new CMM programmes.
• Update and optimise existing CMM programmes.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, customer specifications, dimensional standards and tolerances.
• Support dimensional measurement and inspection activities.
• Assist with production processes, material flow and machine utilisation.
• Liaise closely with operations, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Deliver engineering outputs in line with programme deadlines and quality requirements.
• Support Right First Time and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Attend technical and programme reviews when required.
• Work in accordance with relevant QMS and customer quality requirements.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience programming CMMs for manufactured components.
• Strong understanding of dimensional measurement systems and principles.
• Experience using CATIA V5.
• Knowledge of quality processes, dimensional standards and tolerancing.
• Experience undertaking Gauge R&R statistical studies and producing verification reports.
• Ability to support the design of fixtures for accurate and repeatable measurements.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of process, tooling and measurement requirements.

About You

• You will be a proactive engineer who is comfortable working autonomously while contributing as part of a wider engineering team.
• You'll have strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with engineering, manufacturing, quality and external stakeholders.
• An Engineering degree or equivalent qualification, combined with practical engineering and manufacturing experience, is preferred.
• Previous aerospace experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other high-precision manufacturing industries will also be considered.