CNC Manufacturing Engineer — Mazak & NPI Specialist

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Manufacturing / Programming Engineer to develop, improve and support its CNC machining capabilities. The role focuses on Mazak programming and introducing new processes, working with shopfloor teams to drive efficiency from R&D through to production.

You will own manufacturing methods, lead NPI initiatives, and apply Lean practices to reduce waste and costs while maintaining high quality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Manufacturing Engineer or CNC Programmer.
• Strong experience programming Mazak CNC machines across different platforms.
• Experience using Fusion 360 CAD/CAM software.
• Good understanding of CNC machining processes, drawings and manufacturing methods.
• Experience developing CNC programmes for prototype, first-off and production components.
• Experience leading process improvements and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop and optimise CNC programmes for Mazak machines across platforms.
• Utilise Fusion 360 CAD/CAM to develop machining strategies and generate CNC programmes.
• Produce CNC programmes for R&D prototypes, first‑off components and production.
• Develop and implement new methods of manufacture for machined components per drawings.
• Identify opportunities to improve machining methods, tooling strategies, cycle times and efficiency.
• Provide technical support to machining teams, resolving programming and manufacturing issues.

Skills

CNC programming

Mazak programming

Fusion 360 CAD/CAM

Shopfloor collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Mazak CNC machines

Fusion 360 CAD/CAM

Job description

Optima UK Inc Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Manufacturing / Programming Engineer to develop, improve and support its CNC machining capabilities. The role focuses on Mazak programming and introducing new processes, working with shopfloor teams to drive efficiency from R&D through to production.

You will own manufacturing methods, lead NPI initiatives, and apply Lean practices to reduce waste and costs while maintaining high quality.