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 with a solid background in CNC and CAD/CAM to join our team at our production site in Basingstoke.
*** We can offer support with relocation*** The Role As Manufacturing Engineer, you will provide specialist engineering support involving machining processes and process control for new and existing components.
Key duties: - Creating programs to provide stable and robust engineering processes in a medium volume environment.
- Running and proving out first off components through validation process.
- Designing all work holding and fixtures required for the production processes, modelling and detailing drawings using CAD software.
- Creating and releasing manufacturing routings in the ERP system.
- Supporting production department with machine stoppages and tooling issues.
- Programming, setting, and operating various simultaneous 5 axis (Inc 3 + 2) Axis CNC milling machines.
- Liaising with Quality control department reviewing component tolerance data and highlighting areas for improvement.
- Supporting in the creation of Inspection reports.
- Creating manufacturing stage drawings for internal processes using CAD software.
What can we offer you?
Benefits - Highly competitive salary - 25 days holiday (rising after service) - Option to purchase additional holiday.
- Lunch time finish on a Friday.
- On demand pay - Pension - Death in Service.
- Discounted shopping and leisure activities - Health cash plan - Cycle to work scheme.
What are we looking for?
Key Skills: - HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- In-depth knowledge of CNC programming techniques, CAD / CAM, jig and tool design.
- SolidCAM and SolidWorks experience would be preferential - Experience of setting up equipment and CNC processes.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve problems, educate, and work to exacting standards, - Competent use of measurement tools 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!