Machining Technology Engineer

Draxton; Sant Vicenç dels Horts; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Flexible start/finish times

Up to 6 remote working days per month

30 vacation days per year

Training opportunities

Multinational project exposure

Job summary

Draxton Central Services in Sant Vicenç dels Horts is seeking a Machining Technology Engineer to design and industrialize machining processes, fixtures and tooling for new products. You will work with engineering teams, plants and suppliers from design through validation to deliver robust, cost-efficient solutions.

The role reports to the Machining Technology Leader and requires hands-on expertise in machining, CNC programming and process optimization, with an emphasis on continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of experience in industrial environments related to machining processes.
• Solid knowledge of machining processes, CNC programming and chip-removal manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and contribute to development and industrialization of new products and processes.
• Advanced level of English for technical communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop machining processes, fixtures and tooling for new products.
• Participate in early project stages to ensure feasibility, cost optimization and on-time targets.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, plants and suppliers to implement manufacturing solutions.
• Evaluate investments, processes, technologies and equipment to increase efficiency and competitiveness.
• Develop machining standards, criteria and best practices for standardization and knowledge sharing.
• Provide technical support to plants and engineering teams to solve machining challenges.

Skills

Machining processes

CNC programming

Industrial experience

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Chip removal technologies

Job description

Are you looking for a stable opportunity with strong growth potential in the mobility industry?
We would love to get to know you and tell you more about our project.

We are an industrial company specialized in manufacturing components for electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Backed by a team of 4,000 people across 6 countries, we operate 13 production plants and 3 engineering centers, serving more than 100 customers worldwide.
Are you motivated by the opportunity to contribute to new industrial projects and define machining processes from the design stage through to implementation?

At Draxton Central Services, located in Sant Vicenç dels Horts, we are looking to incorporate a Machining Technology Engineer. The person joining us will have the opportunity to transform ideas into real industrial solutions, defining machining processes, fixtures and tooling that are key to the manufacturing of our products. They will participate in projects from the initial design phase through final validation, collaborating with engineering teams, plants and suppliers to develop efficient, robust solutions focused on continuous improvement.

The position will report to the Machining Technology Leader.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will define and develop machining processes, fixtures and tooling required to industrialize new products, ensuring robust, efficient and competitive solutions.
• You will participate from the early stages of projects, providing technical expertise to ensure feasibility, cost optimization, and achievement of quality and timing targets.
• You will collaborate with engineering teams, plants and suppliers in the design and implementation of manufacturing solutions, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• You will evaluate investments, processes, technologies and equipment, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and strengthen project competitiveness.
• You will develop machining standards, criteria and best practices, promoting standardization and knowledge sharing across the organization.
• You will provide technical support to plants and engineering teams, helping solve manufacturing challenges and build capabilities in machining technologies.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of experience in industrial environments related to machining processes, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Solid knowledge of machining processes, CNC programming and chip-removal manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and contribute to the development and industrialization of new products and processes.
• Advanced level of English, enabling effective communication in technical environments and collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders.

What we offer:

• Permanent contract within a solid and growing company.
• Full-time position with flexible start and finish times, plus Friday afternoons off.
• Up to 6 remote working days per month.
• 30 vacation days per year.
• Training plans and professional development opportunities.
• Participation in global projects and collaboration with multicultural and diverse teams.
• Direct collaboration with leading manufacturers in the industry and exposure to a wide variety of products.

Why join Draxton?

• You will participate in actions that contribute to the advancement and innovation of the sector.
• You will be part of an environment that promotes diversity and inclusion.
• You will contribute to a more sustainable future by focusing on reducing the carbon footprint and enhancing the circular economy.

Are you motivated by this project and feel you’re a good fit for this position?