NPI Prototype Machinist & Additive Tech

Spirax-Sarco Engineering; Redruth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Three days volunteering leave

Inclusion and diversity benefits

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks an NPI Workshop Technician in Falmouth to fabricate prototype parts and tooling using CNC machinery, CAD/CAM, and metrology systems. You will work with design, production and process engineers to develop robust manufacturing processes.

The role involves setting up CNC lathes/milling centers, maintaining equipment and contributing to rapid prototyping and DfM discussions, with a focus on high-quality parts and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical/engineering experience in workshops or manufacturing settings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings or CAD models.
• Experience with CNC mills/lathes and basic CAM/G-code.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines, including lathes and machining centres.
• Maintain machine tools and coolant systems.
• Plan manufacture of components to meet end-user requirements.
• Inspect prototype parts using conventional tools and CMM where applicable.
• Use additive manufacturing to produce prototype fixtures and tooling.
• Collaborate with design/production to improve manufacturability.

Skills

CNC machining

Machining setup

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

G-code familiarity

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Fusion 360

SolidWorks

CMM & metrology

3D printing

Job description

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks an NPI Workshop Technician in Falmouth to fabricate prototype parts and tooling using CNC machinery, CAD/CAM, and metrology systems. You will work with design, production and process engineers to develop robust manufacturing processes.

The role involves setting up CNC lathes/milling centers, maintaining equipment and contributing to rapid prototyping and DfM discussions, with a focus on high-quality parts and timely delivery.