Manufacturing Engineer

Midianet; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specialized in heavy engineering and large-scale production. The role involves creating manufacturing drawings, CNC programming, and optimizing machining processes across significant engineering projects. Ideal candidates will have apprenticeship training, strong CAD/CAM skills, and experience with machining castings and forgings. Join a respected organization at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, offering innovative challenges and global opportunities.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship‑trained machinist is essential.
• Strong understanding of machining for castings and forgings.
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems preferred, especially Unigraphics/NX.
• Offline CNC milling programming experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple machining shops in delivering precise machining programmes.
• Build 3D component models from customer drawings using Unigraphics.
• Produce accurate manufacturing drawings from the models.
• Create CNC turning and milling programmes using Unigraphics.

Skills

Machining for castings and forgings

CAD/CAM systems knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

3D modeling and manufacturing drawings

CNC milling programming

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship in machining

CAD/CAM certification

Tools

Unigraphics (NX)

Vericut

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - Heavy Engineering & Large-Scale Production

Location: Sheffield

REED Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading company who are growing at a rapid pace with a focus on quality and innovation. With a heritage stretching back generations and a reputation for excellence, this is a rare opportunity to become part of a company at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, working on components weighing up to 400 tonnes. If you're a Manufacturing Engineer looking for technical challenge, large-scale engineering, and real influence on machining strategy – this is the role that truly sets itself apart.

The Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will support both the companies multiple machining/manufacturing shops in delivering precise machining programmes, detailed manufacturing drawings, and optimised machining processes. You'll work across the full manufacturing lifecycle, from interpreting customer requirements to delivering verified CNC programmes and supporting shop‑floor integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Build 3D component models from customer drawings using Unigraphics (NX)
• Produce accurate manufacturing drawings from the models
• Convert imperial drawings to metric formats when required
• Verify customer‑supplied CAD models and produce supporting documentation
• Control and maintain drawing and model libraries
• Create CNC turning and milling programmes using Unigraphics, verified in Vericut
• Issue, track, and maintain CNC programmes for machine shop use
• Work with machinists to refine and optimise machining methods
• Prepare tooling sheets and technical documentation (TP32/shop docs)
• Create detailed machining sequences to support SMP development
• Maintain CAD models of shop‑floor equipment and track asset status
• Support concept development and internal engineering improvement projects
• Provide manufacturing method proposals for PFMEA reviews
• Update engineering documentation in the ERP system (MESTEC)
• Prepare travel packs when required
• Attend relevant reviews and meetings
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role

Person Specification

• Apprenticeship‑trained machinist (essential)
• CAD/CAM certification (desirable)
• Strong understanding of machining for castings and forgings
• Knowledge of modern tools, tooling systems, and machining methodologies
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems – preferably Unigraphics/NX although other packages may be considered
• Competent with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Flexible, adaptable, and proactive approach to production challenges
• Proven experience producing models and manufacturing drawings
• Offline CNC milling programming experience (essential)
• Experience with CAD model interrogation and verification
• Familiarity with programme verification software (such as Vericut) etc
• Strong engineering and technical grounding
• Collaborative and strong team player
• Resilient, persistent, and committed to problem‑solving
• Confident working independently and using own initiative

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on globally significant, large‑scale engineered components. Exposure to both forging and casting machining routes. Work with cutting‑edge machining technologies and world‑class facilities.

Join a respected engineering organisation with deep heritage and an exciting future.

Be part of complex, high‑value engineering projects few manufacturers worldwide can undertake and work for a leader worldwide within their sector.