Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programmer

Arabelle Solutions offers a broad portfolio of turbine island technologies and services that are used in more than a third of nuclear power plants globally - helping customers across the world deliver reliable power as they transition to a lower-carbon future. The Arabelle steam turbine is the most advanced of its kind and the company provides turbine island lifecycle support solutions for all nuclear reactor types - improving power output, reducing environmental footprint, and lowering operational cost.

Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees across 16 countries and is a subsidiary of EDF Group.

At Arabelle Solutions, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come. You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world. We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.

Rugby, England, United Kingdom

• Develop CNC programs for Steam and Generator products, focusing on reducing lead times and costs through process optimization and enhancing machine capabilities.
• Evaluate tooling requirements for projects, drive productivity improvements and method changes to provide solutions to tooling issues, collaborating closely with suppliers on advanced techniques.
• Support project /meeting groups with technical advice as and when required.
• Support tendering for Steam and Generator products using engineering drawings to establish specifications, enabling competitive quotes to be delivered including all quality requirements.
• Assist in evaluating and implementing improvement projects within the department, targeting productivity, process enhancements, and quality objectives.

• Engineering qualification at HNC level or completed Engineering apprenticeship.
• Solid understanding of machining processes with previous CNC programming experience.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and interpreting design drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with excellent time management skills.
• Proven teamwork capabilities with strong communication skills and a proactive problem‑solving approach.
• Commitment to meeting delivery milestones and ensuring adherence to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) requirements.

• Knowledge of Catia, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, Smart CAM‑Advanced Mill, Tru Tops, Vericut.

This work is undertaken with UK Defence customers which will require any individual applying for the role to hold or be capable of getting SC Level clearance as a UK Passport Holder. Applicants not cleared will not be accepted into the business until this clearance is provided. Dual passport holders are acceptable if the second country is approved by the vetting authority.

Entry level

Full‑time

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

Electric Power Generation

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