CAM Project Engineer

Safran; Haggate; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced aerospace technology projects

Global aerospace leader

Career development opportunities

Collaborative engineering environment

Job summary

Safran Nacelles is seeking a CAM Project Engineer to join the Manufacturing Engineering team in Burnley. You'll develop and optimise CNC and robotic processes, supporting 5-axis programming, laser ply projection, and laser operations to deliver cost‑effective, repeatable aerospace solutions.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality and Engineering to industrialise products, improve process capability and drive continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing Engineering experience in a high-performance environment.
• Strong CNC and CAM programming knowledge.
• Experience with robotic cells and automated manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of composite and/or sheet metal manufacturing.
• Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Experience with PFMEA, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, and CI methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Hands-on approach to supporting manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise CNC and robotic manufacturing processes.
• Support 5-axis CNC programming, laser ply projection, laser welding, and laser cutting activities.
• Define and validate manufacturing methods, tooling, and work instructions.
• Create production support documentation, tooling requests, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure manufacturing processes are compliant with engineering specs and quality requirements.
• Design processes with TAKT, flow, ergonomics and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams and production cells.
• Lead process improvement and lean manufacturing projects.
• Analyse quality, cost and delivery metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in QRQC, 8D, DMAIC and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support rate readiness reviews and capital investment projects.
• Industrialise products and manage manufacturing risk using PFMEA.

Skills

CNC programming

CAM programming

Robotics

Lean manufacturing

PFMEA

Analytics

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA V5

Delmia

VBA

ISO code

Job description

CAM Project Engineer

Burnley

Safran Nacelles

Full-Time | Permanent

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Shape the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing

Safran Nacelles is seeking a highly skilled CAM Project Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering team.

Working at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing, you will be responsible for developing, programming, and supporting advanced manufacturing processes across CNC machining and robotic systems. This role will focus on laser ply projection, 5-axis CNC programming, robotic cells, laser welding, laser cutting, and sheet metal manufacturing processes, helping to deliver safe, repeatable, and cost-effective solutions that support world-class aerospace production.

About the Role

As a CAM Project Engineer, you will work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to develop and optimise manufacturing processes, improve production performance, and support the introduction of new technologies and equipment.

You will play a key role in industrialising products, improving process capability, supporting production, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Development

• Develop and optimise CNC and robotic manufacturing processes.
• Support 5-axis CNC programming, laser ply projection, laser welding, and laser cutting activities.
• Define and validate manufacturing methods, tooling, and work instructions.
• Create production support documentation, tooling requests, and engineering drawings.
• Ensure manufacturing processes are compliant with engineering specifications and quality requirements.
• Design processes with a focus on TAKT, flow, ergonomics, and operational efficiency.

Production & Continuous Improvement

• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams and production cells.
• Lead process improvement and lean manufacturing projects.
• Analyse quality, cost, and delivery performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in QRQC, 8D, DMAIC, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support rate readiness reviews and capital investment projects.

Industrialisation & Risk Management

• Manage manufacturing risk using PFMEA methodologies.
• Utilise SPC and process control techniques to ensure stable and repeatable manufacturing performance.
• Support the introduction of new products, technologies, and manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.

Essential Requirements

• Manufacturing Engineering experience within a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining and CAM programming.
• Experience with robotic cells and automated manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of composite and/or sheet metal manufacturing.
• Engineering Degree, HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with PFMEA, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across technical and operational teams.
• Hands‑on approach to supporting manufacturing operations.

Desirable Skills

• CATIA V5 experience.
• Delmia experience.
• Experience with laser welding, laser cutting, and laser ply projection technologies.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as ISO code, VBA, C++, or similar.
• Experience with ERP, PLM, and manufacturing information systems.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Toolmaking background or apprenticeship.

Why Join Safran?

• Work on advanced aerospace manufacturing technologies
• Join a global aerospace leader
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Involvement in cutting‑edge automation and robotics projects
• Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to influence future manufacturing capability and innovation

If you're a Manufacturing Engineer, CNC Programmer, CAM Engineer, Robotics Engineer, or Process Engineer looking to develop your career in advanced aerospace manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.