At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise CNC processes for high-speed machining of aluminium components.
- Company: Join Magna, a leader in automotive technology with a dynamic work culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the automotive industry while honing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: CNC experience, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects.
Group Summary: Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities: This position requires a time served CNC Tech/process Engineer with a proven track record and experience in machining aluminium diecast components on high speed 5 axis machines. Reporting directly to Assembly Engineering Manager, the CNC Tech/process Engineer is required to be able to work of their own initiative whilst also liaising with Production, Quality and Engineer to respond to any issues that affect CNC operation.
The CNC Tech/Process Engineer is responsible for:
- Proving new programs, commissioning new fixtures and cutting tools.
- Monitoring part quality and dimensional reports to maintain optimum machining conditions.
- Training and development of the setter/operators across the shift pattern and control standards and safe working practices.
- Performing machining troubleshooting and TPMs.
- Driving improvements on process linked with CNC.
This role entails but is not limited to:
- Support production on a daily basis.
- Competent in running CNC’s and all aspects of the machine performance, fault finding and diagnostics.
- Maintain hydraulic fixture operation, clamping repeatability and machining position to casting.
- Change tools, track tool life, investigate tool breakages.
- Monitor part quality, adjust offsets and improve process capability.
- Develop and maintain process documentation as well as assist in the generation of SWI’s.
- Set procedures and standards.
- Drive TPM and 5S.
- Train, mentor and guide others on how to operate equipment safely and correctly.
- Other related duties as determined by the Process Engineering Manager or Process Engineers.
- Promote the companies HSE policies across the department and plant.
Essential:
- Apprentice served or formal college certification.
- Proven CNC machine setting in a JIT production environment.
- 5 axis high speed machining of aluminium castings.
- Demonstrate suitable problem-solving techniques.
- Programming G&M codes, preferably Siemens controllers.
- Strong understanding of tooling & fixture design principles.
- Delivery of training.
Desirable:
- Experience within castings sector.
- ABB robot operation, straightening processes and programming.
- Experience of function and purpose of straightening presses.
- Use of 5S to improve production environment.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.
CNC Tech/Process Engineer employer: Magna International
As a global automotive solutions provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work environment in Telford that prioritises hands-on training and employee development. Our supportive culture encourages teamwork and attention to detail, ensuring that every Toolroom Apprentice has the opportunity to grow into a skilled technician while contributing to innovative production processes. With structured development programmes and mentorship from experienced Toolmakers, we are committed to providing meaningful and rewarding career paths for our employees.
