Manufacturing Engineer
5 days ago
Basingstoke
Blatchford is a multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible. We have an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our existing team based at our brand-new, production site in Basingstoke. The Role As Manufacturing Engineer, you will focus on developing and optimising CNC programs and processes to ensure high accuracy, quality, and timely delivery in a manufacturing environment. You will work with advanced machining technologies, including mill/turn machines, and utilise CAD/CAM software like SolidWorks and SolidCAM. Key duties: • Developing and producing high-quality CNC programs and processes., • Creating, editing, and optimising NC programs while identifying improvements., • Providing specialist engineering support involving machining processes and process controls for new and existing components., • Providing a smooth transition from initial prototype batch into production volume., • Creating programs to provide stable and robust engineering processes in a medium volume environment., • Managing the running and proving out first off components through validation process., • Liaising with tooling suppliers and identifying areas for cost and process improvements., • Managing the design of work holding and fixtures required for the production processes, modelling and detailing drawings using CAD software. (Inc. Technical drawings for outsourced manufacture), • Managing the creation and release manufacturing routings in the ERP system, including all relevant information for production., • Managing the support for the production department with machine stoppages and tooling issues., • Supporting the creation of manufacturing stage drawings for internal processes using CAD software., • Working as part of a team to support production areas to ensure components are efficiently processed through to meet demand., • Supporting the NPI manufacturing Engineering team, liaising with R&D and Production departments if required. What are we looking for? Key Skills: • Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering or related subject, • In-depth Knowledge of CNC programming techniques, CAD / CAM, jig, and tool design, • Demonstrated ability to resolve problems, educate, and work to exacting standards., • Competent use of measurement tools, • Previous experience with Fanuc, Haas & Siemens controls systems on Multi Axis & Multi Spindle machines using gang style tooling., • Experience in design and document work holding and fixturing using Solid works (Inc. Technical drawings for outsourced manufacture) What can we offer you? Benefits • Highly competitive salary, • 25 days holiday (rising after service), • Option to purchase additional holiday., • Early finish on Fridays, • On demand pay, • Pension, • Discounted shopping and leisure activities, • Health cash plan, • Cycle to work scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation. If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Manufacturing Engineer opportunity, please apply now!