Senior CNC Machinist

Cielo Talent FZ LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist to set up, program, operate and optimize CNC machines used to manufacture and repair oilfield tools, tubular connections and premium threads. You will read engineering drawings, follow API specifications, and contribute to quality and on-time delivery.

You will work with Heidenhain, Fanuc or Mazatrol controls, perform precision inspections, and participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities while adhering to

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years CNC machining experience, including milling and lathe operations.
• Experience programming and operating CNC machines independently.
• Experience with Heidenhain, Fanuc, or Mazatrol controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture, modify and repair oilfield tools.
• Develop and execute CNC programs using engineering drawings and API specifications.
• Perform machine changeovers and setup adjustments for new jobs.
• Inspect machined components and document inspection results.
• Develop tooling and fixtures to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and root-cause analysis.

Skills

CNC programming

Heidenhain controls

Fanuc controls

Mazatrol controls

Milling

Lathe

Turn-mill

Reading blueprints

Inspection with micrometers

Root cause analysis

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior CNC Machinist is responsible for setting up programming operating and optimizing CNC machines to manufacture modify and repair oilfield tools tubular connections accessories and equipment in accordance with engineering drawings API specifications and Weatherford quality standards The role involves CNC programming machining process improvement troubleshooting precision inspection and tooling and fixture development to improve productivity product quality cost efficiency and on-time delivery The Senior CNC Machinist also supports continuous improvement preventive maintenance and root cause analysis while maintaining compliance with company HSE policies and procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Program set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture modify and repair oilfield tools tubular connections accessories and equipment
• Develop and execute CNC programs using engineering drawings and established API specifications and procedures
• Perform machine changeovers including preparing equipment and adjusting setups for new jobs
• Select align and secure workholding fixtures cutting tools and materials before machining
• Manufacture and repair API rotary casing and tubing threads including premium connections such as VAM Tenaris and JFE
• Inspect machined components against in-process inspection requirements and accurately document inspection results
• Adjust machine settings and cutting parameters to optimize production performance while maintaining quality standards
• Develop and implement new tooling and fixtures to improve productivity reduce costs and support customer requirements
• Lead and participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor machining performance identify operational issues and communicate findings and recommendations to the supervisor
• Support non-conformance investigations through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Assist with machinery maintenance and ensure scheduled preventive maintenance activities are completed
• Maintain CNC equipment tools and work areas in a clean organized and safe condition
• Follow Weatherford s HSE policies quality systems API requirements and applicable operational procedures
• Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe acts or conditions are identified and report hazards incidents and work-related injuries
• Perform other machining-related duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

• CNC programming and operation using Heidenhain Fanuc and or Mazatrol Fusion 640 controls
• Strong knowledge of CNC milling lathe and turn-mill operations
• Knowledge of tooling geometries cutting tools cutting parameters fixtures and machine setup procedures
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings blueprints bills of materials BOMs and manufacturing specifications
• Knowledge of oilfield product manufacturing and repair including API rotary casing and tubing threads and premium connections
• Proficiency in using micrometers and other precision measuring instruments
• Ability to troubleshoot machining issues optimize machine performance and support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Knowledge of Kaizen process optimization and tooling and fixture development
• Understanding of CNC machine care preventive maintenance and equipment performance monitoring
• Knowledge of workplace safety PPE machine guarding quality requirements and Stop Work Authority
• Strong mathematical communication and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to speak and understand English

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience, including milling and lathe operations.
• Practical experience programming and operating CNC machines independently.
• Experience with Heidenhain, Fanuc, or Mazatrol controls is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in oilfield equipment manufacturing, machining, and repair.
• Knowledge of API specifications, premium tubular connections, and associated machining requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply appropriate tooling and cutting parameters.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and performing in-process inspections.
• Ability to work safely and maintain quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts as required.