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CMM Programmer / Inspector
CMM Programmer / Inspector
At Prodrive, we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one of our focused and driven teams, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. We combine our pace and agility with free-thinking to deliver complex engineering solutions and specialist manufacturing programmes across automotive, aerospace, marine, and defence sectors, accelerating the net zero journey for our customers. As the world’s leading independent motorsport company, we pride ourselves on being at the heart of some of the greatest names and achievements in motorsport over the last 40 years.
About the Role
We are looking for a CMM Programmer / Inspector to:
- Create, validate, and run CMM inspection programmes
- Conduct dimensional inspection to ensure products meet engineering specifications and quality standards
- Work closely with Production and Quality teams, providing accurate measurement data and inspection reports to support efficient inventory flow and decision-making
- Play a critical role in ensuring process outputs consistently meet the highest standards within a motorsport environment
Key Responsibilities
Programming & Inspection
- Plan, write, and validate CMM inspection programmes using PC-DMIS for new products and process-change activity
- Run existing CMM inspection programmes to support goods-inwards checks, in-process/first-off inspections, and in-house Machine Shop evaluations
- Troubleshoot and optimise existing programmes to enhance measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection cycle time
- Generate clear, accurate dimensional inspection reports and ballooned inspection drawings
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Technical Inspection & Equipment
- Perform general dimensional inspection against 2D drawings, CAD data, and engineering specifications
- Operate a range of inspection equipment, including:
- Trimos
- Mitutoyo SurfTest
- Hand tools and gauges
- Hardness testing equipment
- Act as a professional technical interface with other departments, ensuring clear communication of results and any concerns or anomalies
Requirements & Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in a professional metrology and inspection role within motorsport or a low-volume automotive engineering/development environment
- Machine Shop inspection experience is advantageous
- Ability to programme and operate a CMM using PC-DMIS software
- Completion of a PC-DMIS Level 3 training course is highly desirable
- Ability to interpret complex 2D engineering drawings, CAD data, and GD&T
- Familiarity with FTA (Feature Trees Analysis) in CAD is beneficial
- Experience in manual inspection and metrology techniques, with a strong understanding of fundamental principles
- Working knowledge of manufacturing methods and materials, including:
- Composites
- Precision machining (milling/turning)
- Surface coatings
- Subcontract operations
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Soft Skills & Practical Requirements
- Strong time management skills with a commitment to meeting task deadlines
- High attention to detail to ensure measurement precision and report accuracy
What We Offer You
Development & Growth
- Attractive salary, with opportunities for progression and a performance-based growth plan
- 25 days holiday (increasing with long-term service) + option to purchase up to 15 extra days
- Training opportunities to support continuous professional development
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Onsite subsidised staff restaurant
- Salary sacrifice schemes for:
- Vehicle leasing
- Pension contributions
- Cyclescheme for commuting support
- Free exercise classes and on-demand Fit 4 Life consultations
- Paid volunteer time off
- Annual company social events
Perks & Discounts
- Exclusive company discounts
- Life assurance benefits
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Equal Opportunities & Inclusion We are an equal opportunities employer and ardently value diversity and individual differences, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to maximise their potential.
If you feel you’re the right person for this role, we would love to hear from you. Come and make a difference.
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