CNC Technician (Advanced Concepts) – Precision Machining

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Group in Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate 3-axis VMC/HMC and to edit CNC programs in Fanuc, Siemens or Heidenhain controls. You will interpret GD&T on engineering drawings, perform first-off inspections, and maintain ISO 9001 documentation.

The role requires a Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 6 years of precision machining experience, and strong tool-offset management. A proactive problem-solver with attention to detail will thrive.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of CNC milling machine operation experience in a precision machining environment.
• Ability to read and edit CNC programs at the controller; experience writing simple G-code or conversational milling programs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis and 3+2 CNC vertical and horizontal machining centres; select and mount fixtures and tools per setup sheets and drawings.
• Edit, adapt, and optimize existing CNC programs for prismatic components; write basic milling programs.
• Perform tool length offsets, work offsets, and datum establishment; conduct dry runs and verify toolpaths before production parts.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using hand gauges, height gauges, and CMM; make decisions against drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Identify machining issues and implement corrective actions such as tool changes or program edits.
• Maintain accurate job travelers, setup sheets, and in-process inspection records per ISO 9001.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, 5S, FOD controls, and coolant management.

Skills

CNC Milling

GD&T interpretation

3-axis VMC/HMC

G-code programming

CMM inspection

Read blueprints

Tool offset management

Education

Diploma / ITI in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Heidenhain

Job description

Edge Group in Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeks an experienced CNC Machinist to operate 3-axis VMC/HMC and to edit CNC programs in Fanuc, Siemens or Heidenhain controls. You will interpret GD&T on engineering drawings, perform first-off inspections, and maintain ISO 9001 documentation.

The role requires a Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering, minimum 6 years of precision machining experience, and strong tool-offset management. A proactive problem-solver with attention to detail will thrive.