CNC Programming Engineer

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. The role includes tool selection, NC verification using Vericut, fixture design, and creating process documentation.

You will work with production and quality teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs and cycle times, support quotations and ERP data, and liaise with suppliers and subcontract programmers to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

Location:

Portadown, Northern Ireland Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

Mon Thurs 07:0016:00, Fri 07:0012:00 Salary: £45,000 Responsibilities and duties Programming:

Offline CNC programming of aerospace components on 3, 4 and 5 axis machines using CAM software Tooling:
Responsible for selecting efficient tooling packages for each component Machining:
Develop machining strategies for cutting various materials such as aluminium and titanium Procedures:

Verifying NC code using Vericut and engineering sign-off procedures Creating process booklets and work instructions for machine set up and tool assembly Components:
Design fixtures and work holding devices for components Update ERP systems with all relevant information for each component Improvements:
Work closely with Production and Quality departments to improve current manufacturing methods, driving down machining and labour costs Projects:
Aid Marketing and Sales teams by designing manufacturing concepts for potential projects and assisting with quotations Skills and experience

Qualifications:

Relevant third level qualification in STEM

Experience:

Using CAM software, for example Mastercam or similar Knowledge:
Of CNC machining strategies and processes Desirable:
Experience in the manufacture of hard metals Benefits 31 days holiday Healthcare plan On-site parking Enhanced family leave

To apply please forward your CV (in Word format) using the link provided. Or Please click on the View Profile link at the top of this ad for contact details & if necessary leave a voice message and we can arrange a confidential chat at your convenience Tech Met are a dedicated Engineering and Technical Recruitment Consultancy. The consultant managing your application will be a MEng or MSc qualified Engineer with experience in industry

Skills:

Programming Engineer Manufacturing tooling Projects components