Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England

Salary:£33000 -£35000 (GBP)
Date posted:09/02/2012
Job Type:Permanent
Company:System Recruitment

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A leading specialist in complex multi-axis CAM applications and automated CNC machining systems has a new vacancy for an experienced CNC programmer and applications engineer to join them at their offices in Aylesbury, Bucks.

We are looking for a talented, skilled and enthusiastic person to work with the technical team to develop CNC machining applications as a member of the development team.

As CNC Applications Development Engineer will have a CNC machining background with a sound knowledge of programming and must be able to demonstrate a good standard of off-line programming skill - ideally on the NX CAD/CAM platform (formerly Unigraphics) although relevant experience on other systems will be considered. An interest in, and aptitude for computer programming in other languages (e.g. VB.NET) is essential.

As CNC Applications Development Engineer you will be joining a very experienced team of engineers in the development of high-technology machining applications and will suit an ambitious and enthusiastic engineer with a manufacturing background with a propensity towards computer programming.

The position provides excellent working environment, generous holiday entitlement, private health insurance and scope for on-site working - both in the UK and internationally.


Responsibilities
•Applications engineering and CNC program development for a diverse range of applications (Aerospace, F1, tooling, fixtures, etc.)
•Development of customised solutions to programming, applications and process related manufacturing problems
•Liaise with colleagues to develop and agree technical requirements, priorities, timescales, etc.
•Where required, test, prove, debug and optimise machining processes by using in-house multi-axis CNC machining centres
•Maintain a clean, efficient and safe working environment.

Requirements
•Manufacturing background (probably apprentice trained)
•Relevant CAD/CAM experience - preferably on NX but candidates with experience on other similar systems may be considered
•Intelligent and good at problem solving
•Able to work on own initiative and in a team
•Location within easy commuting distance of Aylesbury, Bucks (or be prepared to relocate).


Area of Residence:Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary:Up to £35,000 depending upon experience.