CNC Programming Manufacturing Engineer – Precision Milling

Dover Precision Components; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components seeks a Manufacturing Engineer for our Glasgow plant to create and plan CNC programs, using CAM software to control contour path machining, while coordinating tooling and fixturing and supporting lean initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in a precision engineering setting, fluency in CNC programming, and experience with FANUC or HEIDENHAIN controls, as well as CAD/CAM tools such as FeatureCAM, EdgeCAM, and Vericut.

Qualifications

• A technical or advanced trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Over 5 years experience in a similar role, within a precision engineering work environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing philosophies and tools.
• Must be fluent in CNC programming and have strong skills in various Microsoft Office packages.

Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings, sketches and design data of parts to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools and machine speeds and feed rates.
• Determine reference points and direction of machine cutting paths.
• Analyse routings during programming stage and updates processes to guarantee CNC machine tools are used to their fullest capability.
• Compute angular and linear dimensions, radii and curvatures, and outlines sequence of operations required to machine parts.
• Create CNC Programs in line with routed operations using available software.
• Create set-up documents to supplement written programs.
• Revise and edit programs as necessary to eliminate instruction errors or omissions.
• Observe operation of machine on trial run as necessary to prove programmed instructions.
• Liaise with Manufacturing Engineers and suppliers regarding required tooling and fixturing.
• Develop and maintain standard programming guidelines for both processes and program creation.
• Eliminate hazards through sound engineering practices.

Skills

CNC programming

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

FANUC controls

HEIDENHAIN controls

CAD/CAM software

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

FeatureCAM

EdgeCAM

Vericut

Job description

Dover Precision Components seeks a Manufacturing Engineer for our Glasgow plant to create and plan CNC programs, using CAM software to control contour path machining, while coordinating tooling and fixturing and supporting lean initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years in a precision engineering setting, fluency in CNC programming, and experience with FANUC or HEIDENHAIN controls, as well as CAD/CAM tools such as FeatureCAM, EdgeCAM, and Vericut.