CNC Production Engineer
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £45K - £55K
Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time
About the Company
A well-established precision engineering business producing high-quality, high-precision components within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
We are recruiting for a CNC Production Engineer to support engineering, programming and production. You will develop efficient manufacturing processes and optimise CNC machining for high-precision components.
Program 3 to 5 axis CNC machines using CAD CAM (NCG, Hypermill, EdgeCAM)
Create and optimise toolpaths
Improve machining processes using Design for Manufacture principles
Set standard parameters including tooling, feeds and speeds
Maintain CAM tool databases
Support production teams and troubleshoot issues on the shop floor
Produce work instructions and routing documentation
Carry out process capability studies and improvements
Support new product introduction from concept to production
Liaise with design teams to ensure manufacturability
Monitor tooling costs and support cost improvements
Drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives
About You
Experience in a high-precision CNC manufacturing environment
Experience programming Heidenhain control machines
Strong CAD CAM experience (NCG, Hypermill or similar)
Understanding of GD&T, machining processes and cutting tools
Knowledge of quality tools and lean principles
Engineering qualification or equivalent experience
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Additional
Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience with ERP or MRP systems
Understanding of 5S standards
Strong communication skills
How to Apply
To apply for the CNC Production Engineer position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and next steps