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Vector Recruitment Ltd

CNC Programmer

Fife
£38k – £47k/yr
Posted about 12 hours ago
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Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming / CADCAM

Location: Fife, Scotland
Salary: £38k-£47k + Shift allowance + overtime (4 day week shift pattern)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Engineering Office of a specialist precision engineering company producing complex, high-specification components for demanding industries.

This role would suit an experienced CNC Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer or CADCAM Programmer who enjoys developing machining processes, solving manufacturing challenges, and supporting production within a high-precision machining environment.

The Role – Manufacturing Engineer

  • Create and optimise CNC programs for complex precision components
  • Develop machining methods and manufacturing strategies
  • Support production teams with technical machining expertise
  • Improve cycle times, tooling selection, and manufacturing efficiency
  • Develop setup documentation and manufacturing instructions
  • Support first article prove-out activities and process validation
  • Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions
  • Assist with new product introduction and continuous improvement projects
  • Liaise closely with machinists, quality, and engineering teams

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Requirements

  • CNC programming experience within a precision engineering environment
  • CADCAM programming experience (Mastercam, Edgecam, Hypermill, Fusion 360, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of machining methods, tooling, and workholding
  • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
  • Understanding of milling and turning processes
  • Experience developing machining strategies for complex, tight-tolerance components
  • Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
  • Experience supporting production and process improvement activities
  • Knowledge of 3, 4, and 5-axis machining advantageous

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What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to work on challenging, high-precision projects
  • Training and professional development
  • Modern engineering and manufacturing environment
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Highly skilled and supportive engineering team
  • Growing business investing in advanced machining technology
  • Dental and Private health after qualifying period.

Interest? If so, get in contact with Adam Mayne at Vector Recruitment Ltd on 01234 823373 or Adam@vrl.co.uk

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Skills

CNC Programming
CADCAM Programming
Machining Methods
Tooling
Workholding
Engineering Drawings
GD&T
Milling
Turning
Problem-Solving
Root Cause Analysis
Production Support
Process Improvement
3-Axis Machining
4-Axis Machining
5-Axis Machining

Location

Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

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