Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programming (CAM)

Dover Precision Components; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Precision Components in Glasgow is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer responsible for creating and planning CNC programs to control contour path machining of metal parts on automatic machine tools. You will coordinate tooling and fixturing, develop standard programming guidelines, and support continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen and Lean methods.

Ideal candidates bring at least 5 years of lean manufacturing experience and fluency in CNC programming, GibbsCam, CAM software, and

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a lean-manufacturing work environment.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and Lean Manufacturing philosophies and tools.
• Must be fluent in CNC programming and have strong skills in various Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience with ERP and DNC software.
• Experience and working knowledge of CNC Controls such as FANUC and CAM software GibbsCam.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC Programs in line with routed operations using available software.
• Coordinate required tooling and fixturing for CNC machining.
• Develop and maintain standard programming guidelines for processes and program creation.
• Observe machine operation on trial runs to verify programmed instructions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizen activities.

Skills

Self-directed

Motivates others

Facilitates change

Clarify complexity

Diversity of ideas

Prioritization

Continuous improvement

Customer focus

Integrity & respect

Team decision support

Education

HNC/HND Engineering

Tools

GibbsCAM

SolidWorks

CAM software

ERP

DNC software

FANUC CNC

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will primarily be responsible for creating and planning of CNC programs to control contour path machining of metal parts on automatic machine tools, coordinate require tooling and fixturing while supporting our continuous improvement initiatives to positively influence our lean efforts by performing the following duties:

• Analyses drawings, sketches and design data of part to determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of cutting tools and machine speeds and feed rates.
• Determines reference points and direction of machine cutting paths.
• Analyzes routings during programming stage and updates processes to guarantee CNC machine tools are used to their fullest capability. This must be done using creativity, vision and an organized plan for the future.
• Computes angular and linear dimensions, radii and curvatures, and outlines sequence of operations required to machine parts.
• Create CNC Programs in line with routed operations using available software.
• Create set-up documents to supplement written programs.
• Revise and edit programs as necessary to eliminate instruction errors or omissions.
• Observe operation of machine on trial run as necessary to prove programmed instructions.
• Liaise with Manufacturing Engineers and suppliers regarding required tooling and fixturing.
• Develop and maintain standard programming guidelines for both processes and program creation.
• Eliminate hazards through sound engineering practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in the improvement process with responsibilities of assisting with any preparation work and follow up activities/action items generated from Kaizen events.
• Support “Best Practices” to achieve company goals for safety, delivery, cost and quality.
• Support “Continuous Improvement” initiatives on safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity using Lean tools such as A3/A4, PDCA, Standard Work, etc.

Skills And Experience

• Self-directed
• Inspires and motivates others around them
• Encourages and facilitates change
• Possesses the ability to clarify complex situations
• Promotes diversity of ideas
• Able to manage multiple priorities with a bias towards action and speed
• Searches for innovative solutions, drives continuous improvement and constantly raises the bar to stretch own and others’ levels of achievement
• Customer focused
• Constantly displays integrity and respect
• Bases decisions on fact and adopts a disciplined approach
• Actively engages in discussions and openly supports team decisions
• Maintain a positive attitude in order to positively influence the process improvement activities throughout the organization
• Must be self-motivated and possess facilitation skills to be used in a team setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a lean-manufacturing work environment.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing philosophies and tools.
• Must be fluent in CNC programming and have strong skills in various Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience with ERP and DNC software’s.
• Experience and working knowledge of CNC Controls such as FANUC.
• Experience and knowledge of CAM software preferably GibbsCam.
• Foundational experience of CAD software preferably Solidworks
• HNC/HND Engineering.