Manufacturing Engineer

Sheffield Forgemasters; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and Life Assurance Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Free onsite parking

33 days annual leave

On-site Occupational Health

Job summary

Sheffield Forgemasters in Sheffield is recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer to support machining programme production, drawing creation and planning across the full lifecycle. The role sits at our 64-acre site and offers exposure to state-of-the-art fabrication as the business modernises after its Defence Ministry takeover.

You will work with Unigraphics to model parts, generate 2D drawings, and develop routing to optimise production.

Qualifications

• 3D modelling of customer components and creating 2D drawings in Unigraphics.
• Experience programming turning and milling using Unigraphics.
• In-house development and design tasks.
• Knowledge of risk assessment during process changes.

Responsibilities

• 3D modelling of customer components and 2D drawings from models using Unigraphics.
• Create turning and milling programs with Unigraphics.
• In-house development and design tasks.
• Develop routing through Machine Shops to optimise production.
• Identify and monitor risks when changing processes.

Skills

Unigraphics

CAD/CAM

Offline programming

CNC turning/milling

Tools

Siemens NX

Unigraphics

Vericut

Job description

Who We Are

Sheffield Forgemasters is an iconic steel production and engineering company. A global leader in the designing, manufacturing and delivering of world‑class steel forgings and castings.

It is a great time to join Forgemasters, as the business goes through an ongoing period of growth and modernisation after being acquired by the UK Ministry of Defence in 2021. The acquisition has secured our role as a critical supplier to the next generation of UK defence programmes. Over the next ten years, our plant and equipment will be modernised, creating new opportunities for the business and our colleagues.

Location

Based in the offices at our 64‑acre site, situated in the heart of Sheffield, we are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer. This role will involve supporting the production of machining programmes, drawings and planning of machining operations through the whole production lifecycle.

Role Responsibilities

• 3D modelling of customer components and producing 2D drawings from the models, using Unigraphics.
• Producing both turning and milling programmes using Unigraphics.
• In‑house development work including designing.
• Produce step‑by‑step routing of components through the Machine Shops to optimise production.
• Taking a methodical approach in identifying and monitoring risks on process changes.

About You

• Strong programming experience, for castings and forgings.
• Good knowledge of modern milling machine cutters and methods.
• CAD/CAM experience, ideally Siemens NX.
• Ability to create models and manufacturing drawings is essential.
• Experience using Unigraphics.
• Experience in offline programming of CNC milling and turning machining is essential.
• Experience using programme verification software, such as Vericut.
• Our ideal candidate will also be an apprentice‑trained machinist.

Days/Hours of Work

37.5 hours per week, days initially then moving to a 2‑shift system – mornings and afternoons after successfully completing induction.

Reasons to Work at Sheffield Forgemasters

• We are a long‑established local employer, with a strong reputation in the region.
• Over £400m large‑scale and long‑term investment programme in state‑of‑the‑art new facilities and modernisation on site.
• Competitive salary.
• 33 days annual leave (includes public holidays).
• Easily accessible location with free onsite parking.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Pension and Life Assurance Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• On‑site Occupational Health provision providing health screening and advice on well‑being.
• Discounted Westfield Health Plan Scheme.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Long service award scheme.
• You at Work – Access to online discounts portal.
• A bronze accredited participant in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting ex‑military and reservists in employment.