Process Engineer

Fives Intralogistics; Villa Cortese; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Fives Pietro Carnaghi S.p.A. in Italy is seeking a Senior Application & Process Engineer to help customers optimize machining processes and define effective technical solutions for large-scale components.

You'll work across the project lifecycle, from pre-sales engineering to process validation and customer support, focusing on 5-axis machining, CAM programming, and post-processors development. Fluent English is required and a master's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in machining processes, industrialization, applications engineering or machining methods.
• Experience with machine tools, large machining centres or advanced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess the feasibility of complex machining applications and define optimal manufacturing solutions.
• Support the sales team with technical studies, machining strategies and cycle time estimates.
• Define machine configurations, accessories and clamping solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Collaborate on the development of post-processors and programming tools.
• Participate in machining trials, machine acceptance tests and customer project start-ups.
• Advise customers on process optimization and advanced machining technologies.

Skills

5-axis machining

NX CAM

Mastercam

TopSolid

Sinumerik

Reading drawings

English fluency

Education

Master's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering

Tools

NX CAM

Mastercam

TopSolid

Siemens Sinumerik

Job description

Fives Pietro Carnaghi S.p.A., part of the Fives Group, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of large machine tools for the aerospace, energy, naval and defense industries.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for a Senior Application & Process Engineer who will help customers optimize their machining processes and define the most effective technical solutions for complex and large-scale components.

Salary: starting from €35,000 + supplementary company agreement.

Your Mission

As a key technical contributor, you will work across the entire project lifecycle, from pre-sales engineering to process validation and customer support.

You Will

• Assess the feasibility of complex machining applications and define optimal manufacturing solutions.
• Support the sales team with technical studies, machining strategies and cycle time estimates.
• Define machine configurations, accessories and clamping solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Collaborate on the development of post-processors and programming tools.
• Participate in machining trials, machine acceptance tests and customer project start-ups.
• Advise customers on process optimization and advanced machining technologies.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Passion for manufacturing technology and innovation.
• Pragmatic approach focused on real-world industrial applications.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, sales teams and engineering departments.
• Curiosity and willingness to explore new machining technologies.

Education & Experience

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in machining processes, industrialization, applications engineering or machining methods.
• Experience in machine tools, large machining centres or advanced manufacturing environments.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in 3- to 5-axis machining and turning (better if vertical turning).
• Experience with CAM software such as NX CAM, Mastercam, TopSolid or similar.
• Knowledge of fixturing, tooling and machining process optimization.
• Understanding of CNC programming and Siemens Sinumerik environments.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and 3D models.
• Fluent English.

Why Join Fives Pietro Carnaghi?

• Work on some of the world's largest and most advanced machine tools.
• Contribute to prestigious projects in aerospace, energy, defense and naval sectors.
• Join a highly skilled international team within the Fives Group.
• Combine engineering, innovation, customer interaction and advanced manufacturing.
• Grow your expertise in cutting-edge machining technologies and digital manufacturing solutions.