Manufacturing Engineer

Terry Parris Associates Ltd; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Company in East Sussex near Hailsham is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to drive cost-efficient, high-precision production. You will design fixtures in SolidWorks, program multi-axis CNC machines, and develop CAM processes using SolidCAM and Vericut.

Candidates should have extensive CNC background, strong reading/writing of NC G‑Code, and a track record in low-volume, high-tidelity fabrication across metal alloys.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience cutting aluminium and stainless steel.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machine tools, including 5-axis.
• Ability to read and write NC G-Code programmes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience within low-volume and batch-production environments.
• Knowledge of BOMs, operations and routings.
• Strong IT skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide manufacturing decision-making information including cost calculations and buy/make assessments.
• Design and manufacture fixtures using SolidWorks with 3D modelling and 2D drafting.
• Write and amend CNC programmes for various controls including Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS.
• Develop CAM programmes and prove-outs using SolidCAM and Vericut.
• Create job setup sheets and manage tooling and fixtures.
• Lead process improvements to reduce waste and costs, improve quality and productivity.
• Evaluate new manufacturing methods and toolings to shorten production times.
• Train operations staff and develop training manuals and work instructions.

Skills

CNC manufacturing experience

SolidWorks design

CNC programming

5-axis CNC

G-Code reading

ERP systems

Strong communication

Education

HNC/HND in Manufacturing or Production Engineering

10+ years industry experience + apprenticeship

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Siemens NX

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

SolidCAM

Edgecam

HyperMill

Mastercam

Job description

Great Company East Sussex Location Excellent Staff benefits Manufacturing Engineer Location: Near Hailsham Salary: £Competitive

The Role

• Provide manufacturing decision-making information, including production and material cost calculations and make-or-buy assessments.
• Design and manufacture bespoke workholding and fixtures using SolidWorks , including 3D modelling and 2D drafting.
• Write and amend CNC programmes using machine controls including Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS , as well as CAD/CAM software.
• Develop programmes using SolidCAM and Vericut and carry out CNC programme prove-outs on the machine.
• Create job setup sheets and manage tooling and fixtures.
• Lead operational improvement initiatives, identifying and implementing best-practice manufacturing methods.
• Improve quality and productivity while reducing waste and manufacturing costs.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing methods, product design changes, tooling and fixtures to reduce manufacturing and assembly time.
• Support product cost reduction through continuous improvement and product maintenance.
• Train and support operations personnel, creating training manuals and work instructions where required.

About You

You will have extensive experience in a CNC manufacturing environment, ideally working with complex, tightly toleranced components.

Essential experience includes:

• Extensive experience cutting aluminium and stainless steel .
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machine tools, including 5-axis, 32 and multitasking .
• Experience with fixed-head turning centres.
• Experience manufacturing high-complexity, tightly toleranced products, ideally within sectors such as automotive, aerospace, medical or scientific manufacturing .
• Ability to read and write NC G-Code programmes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience within low-volume and batch-production environments.
• Knowledge of engineering components, including BOMs, operations and routings .
• Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email and ERP systems.
• Experience with 3D CAD packages such as SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, Solid Edge or AutoCAD .
• Advanced CAM experience across milling and turning, using packages such as SolidCAM, Edgecam, HyperMill, Mastercam or Siemens NX .
• Strong communication skills, initiative and a proactive approach.

Desirable Experience

It would be advantageous to have experience with: SolidWorks and SolidCAM Vericut Manufacturing automation, including bar feeders and palletisation Project management

Qualifications & Experience

You will ideally hold an HNC/HND in Manufacturing or Production Engineering , or have a minimum of 10 years' industry experience combined with a recognised engineering apprenticeship . A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar manufacturing engineering role is required.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an individual who is: Highly motivated and committed to achieving high standards. A strong team player who communicates effectively with colleagues. Able to listen, follow instructions and work independently. Positive, cooperative and professional in their approach. Committed to continuous improvement and working constructively within established processes and procedures.