CNC Manufacturing Engineer (Mill/Turn – CAD/CAM Programmer)

Base salary: £50,000

Shift allowance: 16.6% - Monday to Friday - Earlies and Lates - 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm

Total package: £58,300 - Negotiable 

Location: Birmingham

We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role focused on CNC programming, process development, and New Product Introduction (NPI) within a high variety, low batch precision environment. The role centres on supporting the Engineering Manager and acting as a key technical resource within the machining function.

Key Responsibilities of this CNC Manufacturing Engineer position:

• Create, develop, and optimise CNC programmes for mill/turn and multi axis machining operations.
• Support the introduction of new CNC machines and implement robust manufacturing processes from scratch.
• Take ownership of 70% CNC programming and 30% process engineering, ensuring both are aligned with best practice.
• Review drawings, models, and specifications to assess manufacturability and propose improvements (DFM).
• Lead and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including variants of existing products.
• Work closely with design teams to review released drawings, provide manufacturing feedback, and suggest improvements.
• Conduct toolpath simulation and verification (experience with Vericut highly beneficial).
• Use CAM software (Solid CAM or other equivalents) to generate efficient toolpaths and machining strategies.
• Identify process issues, implement root cause analysis, and lead continuous improvement activities.
• Support out on the shopfloor, resolve machining issues, and optimise cycle times and tooling efficiency.
• Collaborate with a mixed skill machining team across turning, milling, and combined mill turn capability.
• Contribute new ideas, process enhancements, and improvements to existing workflows.
• Produce setup sheets, tooling lists, and manufacturing documentation.
• Play a role in maintaining quality, safety, and operational standards.

 Experience & Skills Required of this CNC Manufacturing Engineer position:

• Proven experience with CNC mill/turn or multi-tasking machining.
• Strong CAM programming experience (SolidCAM preferred, but any CAM package considered).
• Ability to develop machining processes from start to finish, including tooling selection, sequencing, and optimisation.
• Experience with NPI and introducing new part variations.
• Understanding of precision machining, tight tolerances, and complex geometries.
• Solid problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Industry background flexible — aerospace or precision engineering advantageous.
• Candidates with as little as 6 months mill/turn experience will be considered if technically strong.

 Team & Environment:

• Join a team of seven Manufacturing Engineers with a mix of senior and junior backgrounds.
• Team currently split between milling and turning specialisms — this role bridges the combined mill turn capability.
• Newly installed mill turn machines, offering the chance to shape processes from the ground up.
• Opportunities to become a highly valued technical point of reference within the team.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus 8 BH
• Pension scheme (up to 9% matched)
• Life assurance — 5× basic salary
• Company funded health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits package

For applications or enquiries, please contact Jamie Garcia Courtice at [email protected].

If you do not hear back within five working days, please assume your application has not been successful. Further opportunities can be found by visiting our website. 

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