Techmet are recruiting for a Northern Ireland-based precision engineering and manufacturing company specialising in aerospace components. The business focuses on CNC machining, advanced manufacturing processes, and tooling solutions for high‑precision industries.
We are currently seeking a CNC Programming Engineer for aerospace manufacturing, producing offline CAM programs for 35‑axis machining of aluminium and titanium.
Location: Portadown, Northern Ireland
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Mon–Thurs 07:00–16:00, Fri 07:00–12:00
Salary: £45,000
Responsibilities and duties
- Programming: Offline CNC programming of aerospace components on 3, 4, and 5‑axis machines using CAM software
- Tooling: Selecting efficient tooling packages for each component
- Machining: Developing machining strategies for cutting aluminium and titanium
- Procedures: Verifying NC code using Vericut and engineering sign‑off procedures
- Process documentation: Creating booklets and work instructions for machine set‑up and tool assembly
- Components: Designing fixtures and work‑holding devices for components
- ERP: Updating ERP systems with all relevant information for each component
- Improvements: Working closely with Production and Quality to improve manufacturing methods and reduce costs
- Projects: Assisting Marketing and Sales by designing manufacturing concepts for potential projects and supporting quotations
Qualifications & skills
- Relevant third‑level qualification in STEM
- Experience with CAM software, e.g., Mastercam
- Knowledge of CNC machining strategies and processes
- Desirable: Experience in hard‑metal manufacturing
Benefits
- 31 days holiday
- Healthcare plan
- On‑site parking
- Enhanced family leave
To apply, please forward your CV (Word format) using the provided link.
