We’re on the lookout for a Machining Planning Engineer to join an established and highly skilled aerospace manufacturing team. This is a critical planning and engineering role that requires zero people management – a supervisory structure is already in place, so you can focus on what you do best: solving engineering problems and ensuring production readiness.
The Successful Machining Planning Engineer - Package:
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Salary: £40,000 per annum
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Hours: 40 hours per week
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Monday–Thursday: 8:00am–5:00pm
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Friday: 8:00am–2:00pm
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Long-term stability in a secure and growing business
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Work with leading aerospace customers and cutting-edge CNC technology
What We’re Looking For:
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Strong problem-solving skills within an engineering/manufacturing environment
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Full understanding of engineering drawings, including materials, treatments, assemblies, and geometric tolerancing
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Excellent communication skills – able to liaise with internal teams and customers confidently
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CNC machine shop experience (essential)
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Apprentice trained or higher qualification in Engineering
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Aerospace industry background (preferred)
The Successful Machining Planning Engineer – Key Responsibilities:
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Contract review of every order entered into our MRP system
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Ensure all production notes and drawings meet our capabilities and flag any issues early
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Communicate with customers if requirements cannot be met or need clarifying
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Confirm all documentation is completed and sign-offs are logged within the MRP system
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Inform the programming team of any specific tooling requirements in a timely manner
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Use the MRP system to plan full routings and BOMs, ensuring smooth workflow into manufacturing
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Maintain and communicate the engineering hold log to all relevant personnel
Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further