EDM / Wire EDM Engineer

5S Recruitment Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

5S Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced EDM / Wire EDM Engineer in Warrington, to set, operate and maintain high-precision EDM equipment. The role focuses on producing intricate components to tight tolerances using Agie Charmilles Roboform, Cut 2000 X-treme and Vertex 2F systems.

Ideal candidates will have strong CNC milling background, experience reading drawings, and a hands-on approach in a technically demanding environment. Permanent, 41-hour week, competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience with EDM and Wire EDM processes and equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Experience with high-precision components and inspection.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and maintain high-precision EDM equipment to produce complex components.
• Prepare workpieces, electrodes and tooling for machining using Roboform / Wire EDM systems.
• Interpret drawings, select machining parameters, and adjust processes for accuracy.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspections with precision measuring equipment.
• Collaborate with CNC millers, toolmakers, programmers and quality engineers to keep standards.

Skills

EDM/Wire EDM experience

Spark erosion

CNC milling

Reading engineering drawings

Tools

Agie Charmilles Roboform

Cut 2000 X-treme

Vertex 2F Wire EDM

Heidenhain controls

Job description

EDM / Wire EDM Engineer Precision Engineering

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Hours: 41 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced EDM Engineer, Wire EDM Machinist, Spark Erosion Engineer or CNC Miller looking for an opportunity to work with advanced precision machining technology?

5S Recruitment is recruiting for an established and expanding precision engineering manufacturer based in Warrington, Cheshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with specialist Agie Charmilles EDM and Wire EDM equipment, manufacturing intricate, high-precision components where accuracy, technical ability and attention to detail are essential.

Our client operates Agie Charmilles Roboform die-sinking EDM machines, Cut 2000 X-treme and Vertex 2F Wire EDM systems, providing an opportunity to develop your expertise in a technically demanding engineering environment.

We are particularly interested in engineers with a strong CNC milling or toolmaking background who also have experience with EDM, Wire EDM or spark erosion processes.

The Role

• As an EDM / Wire EDM Engineer, you will be responsible for setting, operating and maintaining high-precision electrical discharge machining equipment, producing complex components to demanding engineering specifications.
• You will work with Agie Charmilles Roboform die-sinking EDM machines and Cut 2000 X-treme and Vertex 2F Wire EDM systems, preparing workpieces, electrodes and tooling before carrying out precision machining operations.
• The position involves interpreting detailed engineering drawings, selecting suitable machining parameters, monitoring machining processes and making adjustments to achieve the required dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• You will carry out first-off and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment, identify machining issues and work closely with CNC Millers, Toolmakers, Programmers and Quality Engineers to maintain manufacturing standards.
• This is a hands-on engineering position offering varied, technically interesting work rather than repetitive, high-volume production.

What We're Looking For

• We are looking for an experienced EDM Engineer, Wire EDM Operator, Spark Erosion Machinist or precision engineering professional with a strong understanding of machining processes and component accuracy.
• Previous experience setting or operating EDM or Wire EDM machinery is highly desirable, particularly Agie Charmilles equipment, although experience with comparable machinery will also be considered.
• A strong CNC milling background would be a significant advantage, especially for candidates with experience in precision toolmaking, mould manufacturing or complex component machining.
• You should be confident reading engineering drawings, working to tight tolerances and using precision inspection equipment.
• Experience with Heidenhain-controlled CNC milling machines, 3-axis or 5-axis machining, electrode preparation, workholding and specialist tooling would also be beneficial.
• Candidates from medical device manufacturing, aerospace, toolmaking and high-precision subcontract engineering backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

This is an opportunity to join a specialist precision engineering manufacturer offering a competitive salary, permanent employment and a 41-hour working week.

You will have access to advanced Agie Charmilles EDM and Wire EDM technology, working on technically challenging components where engineering skill and precision are genuinely valued.

The business offers an environment where experienced engineers can develop their technical capabilities, gain exposure to specialist machining processes and contribute to high-quality manufacturing projects.

Why Apply?

If you enjoy precision machining, complex engineering challenges and producing components to exceptional standards, this position offers an opportunity to put your experience to good use.

Whether you are an established EDM or Wire EDM Engineer, an experienced Spark Erosion Machinist or a CNC Miller with relevant EDM experience, we would welcome your application.