Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Laser Focused

EMBS Engineering; Redditch; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Birmingham seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support production excellence in their Laser machining department. The role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for training and development. Applicants should have experience in CNC and CAD CAM, with a strong background in precision engineering sectors. The company offers a collaborative environment and structured growth for the right candidate.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Structured training and development

Clear progression opportunities

Collaborative team working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience with CNC, Laser or EDM programming.
• Strong CAD CAM experience.
• Background in precision engineering sectors (e.g. Aerospace, Automotive).

Responsibilities

• Support the Manufacturing Manager in driving production excellence.
• Create robust offline programs for CNC, Laser, and EDM machines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across processes.

Skills

CNC Programming

CAD CAM Experience

Tooling Design Knowledge

Adaptability to New Technologies

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Laser focused • South Birmingham • Permanent • Highly competitive salary circa £50k DOE

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer ready to push the boundaries of advanced CNC and laser machining? EMBS Engineering has been tasked to identify an ambitious, capable engineer who is experienced in Manufacturing / Production Engineering within precision machining. Our client is a forward thinking, reputable market leader that is experiencing considerable growth at the moment, with even recent acquisitions occurring in the last 12 months. They specialise in manufacturing through machining and fabrication processes, complex, interesting components for advanced manufacturing markets, including Aerospace. Due to the company’s expansion, they are looking to add to their already talented team and identify a Manufacturing Engineer who is interested in working specifically within their Laser machining department.

What’s In It For You?

• Highly competitive salary - depending on experience
• Join a well-established, growing engineering business offering stability and longevity
• Work on exciting, high-spec projects with major OEMs
• Structured training and development, including laser machining training
• Clear progression opportunities
• Excellent benefits and a collaborative team working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Manufacturing Manager in driving production excellence
• Create robust, offline programs for CNC, Laser and EDM machines
• Design and develop tooling, jigs, fixtures, and press tools
• Contribute to continuous improvement across processes and productivity

What We’re Looking For

You might already be a Manufacturing, Production, or CAD CAM Engineer, or an Offline Programmer looking to step into a role with variety and challenge.

• Proven experience with CNC, Laser or EDM programming
• Strong CAD CAM experience
• Knowledge of tooling/fixturing design
• Background in precision engineering sectors (Aerospace, Automotive, Nuclear, Defence etc.)
• A desire to learn, adapt, and take on new technologies

Laser-specific experience is not required — our client is willing to train the right person!

Eligibility Requirements

• You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK
• Able to commute to the South Birmingham / Redditch area
• Must be eligible to undergo UK Security Clearance (we cannot offer visa sponsorship)
• Willing to complete a DBS check if required

How to Apply

If you're passionate about precision engineering and want to advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please click the link below and apply now with your most up to date CV!

About EMBS Engineering

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