Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Salary: £40-50 per hour

Contract: 7 Months

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 as they continue to develop and refine their precision machining capability.

As a CNC‑focused Manufacturing Engineer, you will take ownership of developing and optimising machining processes across complex components, working with advanced CNC equipment and industry‑leading CAM software. You’ll act as the technical specialist for CNC methods, tooling, fixturing, programming and machining standards, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency and right‑first‑time performance. This is an on‑site role based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, working within a state‑of‑the‑art advanced manufacturing environment with the benefit of 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 process optimisation plans

Selecting tooling, cutting parameters and designing fixturing solutions for complex geometries

Creating and maintaining detailed process documentation, work instructions and routings

Supporting machine shop operations with tooling validation, trial cuts and program prove‑outs

Troubleshooting machining issues and driving process resolutions on the shop floor

Reducing cycle times, scrap and rework through structured continuous‑improvement activity

Supporting the introduction and commissioning of new CNC machinery and technologies

Working with Industrial Engineering and Production Engineering to align machining processes to wider manufacturing needs

Ensuring machining processes meet required quality, safety and regulatory standards

Key Experience & Qualifications – Manufacturing Engineer

Strong CNC machining background in a precision engineering environment

Experience using Hypermill CAM for programming complex 3‑, 4‑ or 5‑axis toolpaths

Knowledge of CNC machining best practices, cutting theory and work‑holding principles

Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings and GD&T

Experience with MRP/ERP systems for BOM and routing management

Strong problem‑solving skills and experience with machining optimisation

Hands‑on, collaborative approach with excellent communication skills

Engineering/technical qualification or relevant industry experience

Experience with composite machining (advantageous)

Benefits – Manufacturing Engineer

4‑day working week (Monday to Thursday)

Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery and cutting‑edge CAM technology

High‑quality working environment with strong engineering support

Professional development opportunities within a leading engineering organisation

Inclusive recruitment process with reasonable adjustments available

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