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We have an exciting opportunity for a CAD/CAM Programmer to join our team delivering design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for some of the world’s most exclusive and ultra-premium car programmes.
The role of Programmer, reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor, will be responsible for programming 3 and 5 axis CNC machines using HyperMill to deliver a range of components and tooling. The machine shop and its team play a key role in the manufacturing operation at TECNIQ and contribute greatly to the solutions we deliver to our clients.
If you have a passion and desire for delivering high‑end products and components — intricate machining, carbon fibre mould tooling, complex jigs, and test fixtures — then this is the job for you!
About TECNIQ
TECNIQ are a creative, technology‑driven design, engineering and manufacturing business. We develop and produce vehicle body, structures and interior trim for the ultra‑exclusive, ultra‑high‑value automotive sector working as partners on ultra‑premium, low‑volume programmes for luxury global automotive brands such as Mercedes‑AMG, McLaren, Ford GT, Aston Martin, Pininfarina and many more.
We deliver all aspects of design, engineering, testing and manufacture from a single facility providing a vertically integrated solution. This represents a considerable supply chain benefit to our customers and a broad working environment for our teams.
In addition to our work with global automotive brands we deliver full vehicle development, including chassis and powertrain, to high net‑worth heritage racers via our heritage racing division, ADP Classic Racing. We restore and rebuild high‑end classic racing cars, prepare drivers, manage a programme of touring and racing, and provide full event support.
Roles and responsibilities
* Be responsible for programming 3‑axis Vertical Machining Centres (VMCs) with the option to bolt on a 4th axis or 4th and 5th axis rotary table.
* Be responsible for programming 5‑axis Universal Machining Centres (UMCs).
* Be responsible for the programming of 3 and 5‑axis machines to run low‑volume production jobs.
* Be responsible for the programming of 3 and 5‑axis machines to run one‑off prototype parts for both in‑house and custom customer requirements.
* Work with a variety of materials including aluminium, steel, plastics, epoxy tool boards and carbon fibre.
* Use their CAD skills to draw suitable fixtures for one‑off solutions and/or production runs.
* Work closely with the shop floor team to assist in changes required to help streamline the machining process.
* Be responsible for assisting TECNIQ’s in‑house design team with feedback on machining feasibility of complex components and tooling.
* Assist TECNIQ’s in‑house training programme by training apprentices and other team members when required.
Skills required
* Possess a good understanding of 3 and 5‑axis programming techniques.
* Possess an innovative approach to problem solving.
* Have a keen eye for detail.
* Possess a continuous improvement mindset to produce the best possible solution for production products.
* Approach all work in a way that ensures the finest quality output, employing necessary checks along the way.
* Be an effective and motivated team player, able to work both closely with others and in a self‑guided capacity.
* Possess a flexible approach able to adapt to changing requirements at short notice.
* Have good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, including the ability to read engineering drawings and create detailed set‑up documentation.
* Have the ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Maintain a professional, accountable, proactive and helpful attitude at all times.
* Maintain the ability and maturity to give and receive feedback constructively and negotiate with colleagues harmoniously.
Experience
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience using HyperMill and HyperCAD S.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an automotive or aerospace environment.
* Apprenticeship trained.
Shift information
Monday to Friday, 8am until 4:30pm
Overtime
Please note, overtime is available (dependent upon successfully completing probation and the requirements of the business).
Salary
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities’ employer, TECNIQ is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TECNIQ.
Location
Witham CM8 3GQ – preferably commute or relocate before starting work. Work Location: In person.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
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