Manufacturing Engineer

107890
Ampthill, Bedfordshire, England
£45k - 55k per year
Permanent
Aerospace & Defence

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Salary: £45,000–£55,000

Contract: Permanent

Role Overview – Manufacturing Engineer

Are you an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with strong CNC machining and CAM programming expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation on a permanent basis as they continue to expand and strengthen their precision machining capability.

As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, using advanced CNC equipment and Hypermill CAM software. Acting as a technical specialist, you will drive machining standards, tooling strategies, process efficiency and right‑first‑time quality across the machine shop. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, within an advanced manufacturing facility and benefiting from a 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu).

Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing Engineer

  • Developing CNC machining processes and programs for new and existing components
  • Creating, modifying and optimising CNC toolpaths using Hypermill CAM
  • Defining machining sequences, cutting strategies and cycle‑time optimisation plans
  • Selecting cutting tools, designing fixturing and setting machining parameters for complex parts
  • Producing and maintaining machining documentation, routings and detailed build instructions
  • Supporting CNC machinists with program prove‑outs, tooling trials and problem‑solving
  • Troubleshooting machining issues and driving root‑cause resolution on the shop floor
  • Leading continuous‑improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, rework and cycle times
  • Supporting the introduction and commissioning of CNC machines and new machining capability
  • Working with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure robust manufacturability
  • Ensuring compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements across machining processes

Key Experience & Qualifications – Manufacturing Engineer

  • Strong CNC machining background within a precision engineering environment
  • Hands‑on experience using Hypermill CAM for 3‑, 4‑ or 5‑axis machining
  • Knowledge of cutting theory, machining methods and best‑practice CNC programming
  • Experience with tooling selection, fixture design and process optimisation
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T
  • Experience using MRP/ERP systems for BOM and routing management
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills within machining environments
  • Proactive, collaborative communication style with a hands‑on approach
  • Engineering/technical qualification or equivalent industry experience

Benefits – Manufacturing Engineer

  • Competitive salary (£45,000–£55,000)
  • Permanent role with strong career development potential
  • 4‑day working week (Monday to Thursday)
  • Excellent pension contribution plan
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Income protection and life assurance
  • Share purchase programme
  • Flexible working hours
  • 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
  • Employee discounts and referral scheme

For more information on this role, please contact Ben Dawson on 01453 829522 or send your CV to [email protected]

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

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