CNC Programmer

Wärtsilä; Havant; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Defence Solutions Limited in Havant, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Offline CADCAM Programmer to join our busy precision machining team. You will create offline CNC programs for 5-axis machines and read engineering drawings, setting up tooling and sheets.

The ideal candidate has a background in machining, is proficient with Edgecam, Mastercam or similar, and can work to tight deadlines while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a busy Engineering environment.
• Ideally Apprentice served with machinist background.
• Strong modern tooling knowledge.
• Work holding/fixture design experience.
• Proficient with Edgecam, Mastercam or similar.
• Mazatrol - matrixcam2 & DX Soft Control programming.
• Solid Edge or similar CAD system experience.
• I.S.O Programming & Mazatrol experience desirable.
• Vericut - anti-collision software experience.
• Familiar with mill turn techniques.
• Computer literate (Microsoft).
• SAP experience an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Clear communications and hands on approach with a strong work ethic.
• Drive improvements as part of continuous improvement culture.
• Work in a safe manner in line with Health and Safety policy.
• Ensure quality is maintained and processes for area are correctly implemented to company standards.
• Have a flexible approach and move onto other disciplines within skill set.
• Help with skills flex training and cross train others when required.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Good communication

Education

Apprenticeship/machinist background

HNC/HND desired

Tools

Edgecam

Mastercam

Mazatrol

matrixcam2

DX Soft Control

Solid Edge

I.S.O Programming

Vericut

SAP

Job description

Wärtsilä Defence Solutions Limited (WDSL) delivers integrated shaft line systems, packages and products for naval and commercial marine applications. Our solutions help customers improve lifecycle efficiency, reduce operational risk and support environmentally sustainable operations.

We are looking for a Offline CADCAM Programmer in Havant , United Kingdom to join our team .

Position Description:

• Work within busy manufacturing team in low volume, high precision environment.
• Responsible for creating offline CNC code for the machining of parts on 5 Axis CNC vertical mill/turn lathes (Mazak Integrex e-1600V, e1060V8 & i500).
• Able to read engineering drawings and program from solid model.
• Create tooling and set up sheets.
• Experience of working with different metals - Inconel 625, Duplex, CNC, NAB.
• Communicate and liaise with machinist team in a confident and understanding manner
• Prepared to be flexible with working hours to suit the business needs.
• Work to tight deadlines to achieve on time delivery targets.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills

Responsibilities :

• Clear communications and hands on approach with a strong work ethic.
• Drive improvements as part of continuous improvement culture.
• Working in a safe manner in line with the companies Health and Safety policy.
• Ensure quality is maintained and processes for area are correctly implemented to company standards.
• Have a flexible approach and at times move onto other disciplines within skill set.
• Help with skills flex training and cross train others when required.

Essential Experience:

• Experience of working in a busy Engineering environment.
• Ideally Apprentice served with machinist experience background.
• Strong modern tooling knowledge.
• Work holding /fixture design experience.
• Proficient using Edgecam, Mastercam or similar.
• Mazatrol - matrixcam2 & DX Soft Control programming.
• Solid Edge or similar CAD system experience.
• I.S.O Programming & Mazatrol experience desirable.
• Vericut - anti-collision software experience.
• Familiar with mill turn techniques.
• Computer Literate (Microsoft).
• SAP experience an advantage.
• Understand Health& Safety environment/procedures

Education :

• Apprenticeship/machinist background
• HNC/HND desired but relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience :

• 5 years (min) Engineering experience within the manufacturing industry.
• 5 years (min) CNC Programming knowledge.
• CI experience (Lean 7 wastes). Safety / 5S work ethic.

Last application date: 30/112026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.