At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and manufacture bespoke workholding using SolidWorks and lead operational improvements.
- Company: Great Company located in East Sussex with excellent staff benefits.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Ideal for motivated individuals seeking career growth in engineering.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in manufacturing innovation.
- Qualifications: Extensive CNC experience and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34200 - 41800 £ per year.
Great Company East Sussex Location Excellent Staff benefits Manufacturing Engineer Location: Near Hailsham Salary: £Competitive
The Role
- Provide manufacturing decision-making information, including production and material cost calculations and make-or-buy assessments.
- Design and manufacture bespoke workholding and fixtures using Solid Works , including 3D modelling and 2D drafting.
- Write and amend CNC programmes using machine controls including Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS , as well as CAD/CAM software.
- Develop programmes using Solid CAM and Vericut and carry out CNC programme prove-outs on the machine.
- Create job setup sheets and manage tooling and fixtures.
- Lead operational improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing best-practice manufacturing methods.
- Improve quality and productivity while reducing waste and manufacturing costs.
- Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing methods, product design changes, tooling and fixtures to reduce manufacturing and assembly time.
- Support product cost reduction through continuous improvement and product maintenance.
- Train and support operations personnel, creating training manuals and work instructions where required.
About You
You will have extensive experience in a CNC manufacturing environment, ideally working with complex, tightly toleranced components.
Essential experience includes
- Extensive experience cutting aluminium and stainless steel .
- Experience with multi-axis CNC machine tools, including 5-axis, 32 and multitasking .
- Experience with fixed-head turning centres.
- Experience manufacturing high-complexity, tightly toleranced products, ideally within sectors such as automotive, aerospace, medical or scientific manufacturing .
- Ability to read and write NC G-Code programmes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience within low-volume and batch-production environments.
- Knowledge of engineering components, including BOMs, operations and routings .
- Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point, email and ERP systems.
- Experience with 3D CAD packages such as Solid Works, Creo, Siemens NX, Solid Edge or Auto CAD .
- Advanced CAM experience across milling and turning, using packages such as Solid CAM, Edgecam, Hyper Mill, Mastercam or Siemens NX .
- Strong communication skills, initiative and a proactive approach.
Desirable Experience
It would be advantageous to have experience with: Solid Works and Solid CAM Vericut Manufacturing automation, including bar feeders and palletisation Project management
Qualifications & Experience
You will ideally hold an HNC/HND in Manufacturing or Production Engineering , or have a minimum of 10 years' industry experience combined with a recognised engineering apprenticeship .
A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar manufacturing engineering role is required.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an individual who is: Highly motivated and committed to achieving high standards.
A strong team player who communicates effectively with colleagues.
Able to listen, follow instructions and work independently.
Positive, cooperative and professional in their approach.
Committed to continuous improvement and working constructively within established processes and procedures.
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Manufacturing Engineer in Hailsham employer: Terry Parris Associates Ltd
Terry Parris Associates Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values precision and attention to detail. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring they grow alongside the company while working in a safe and collaborative environment in Lower Dicker. With a focus on quality and innovation in ultra-high-vacuum applications, this role provides a meaningful opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge manufacturing processes.
Contact Details:
Terry Parris Associates Ltd Recruitment Team
