Manufacturing Engineer - Precision CNC & CAD/CAM

Terry Parris Associates Ltd; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Terry Parris Associates Ltd is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer for a technically advanced environment near Hailsham. You will own manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production optimisation, working with CNC/multi-axis machines and CAD/CAM tools.

Strong focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction across aluminium and stainless steel components. We value a proactive team player with excellent problem-solving and communication abilities, capable of training staff

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in CNC manufacturing with complex, tightly tol­eranced parts.
• Experience cutting aluminium and stainless steel.
• Experience with multi-axis CNC machines (5-axis, 3+2, multitasking).
• Experience with fixed-head turning centres.
• Strong ability to read/write NC G‑Code and CAM programming.
• Proven track record in continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP).

Responsibilities

• Provide manufacturing cost calculations and make-or-buy assessments.
• Design and manufacture fixtures using SolidWorks, 3D modelling and 2D drafting.
• Write/amend CNC programs with Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol and CELOS; use CAD/CAM tools.
• Develop programs with SolidCAM and Vericut; perform prove-outs on machines.
• Create job setup sheets; manage tooling and fixtures.
• Lead operational improvement initiatives to boost quality and productivity.
• Evaluate new manufacturing methods to reduce time and cost.
• Train operations staff and prepare manuals and work instructions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Continuous improvement

Education

HNC/HND in Manufacturing or Production Engineering

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Siemens NX

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

SolidCAM

Edgecam

HyperMill

Mastercam

Vericut

CELOS

Job description

Terry Parris Associates Ltd is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer for a technically advanced environment near Hailsham. You will own manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production optimisation, working with CNC/multi-axis machines and CAD/CAM tools.

Strong focus on continuous improvement and cost reduction across aluminium and stainless steel components. We value a proactive team player with excellent problem-solving and communication abilities, capable of training staff