Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Permanent PositionExcellent Salary + 16.6% Shift PremiumDouble Day ShiftMornings (Monday Thursday 06:00 14:00 & Friday 06:00 11:30)Afternoons (Monday Thursday 14:00 21:00 & Friday 11:30 17:00)A profitable business, with a full order book and primed for significant growthMy client are a precision manufacturing business, based in Birmingham, specialising in machining and assembly of high value low volume components. The Applications Engineer will be responsible for the development and implementation of multi-axis machining processes within the machine shop. The role combines digital process development, structured verification and on-shift technical support to ensure stable, production-ready manufacturing solutions are delivered to a consistently high standard.You will take ownership of multi-tasking mill-turn machining processes from concept through to stable production release, ensuring robust, verified and production-ready manufacturing solutions are implemented to a consistently high technical standard. The role is expected to uphold and reinforce strong technical discipline within the machining function.Applications EngineerJob DescriptionMulti-Tasking Multi Axis Machining & Process DevelopmentDevelop complete machining strategies for complex mill-turn components, including operation sequencing, datum strategy, tooling selection and work holding approach.Create and optimise multi-axis CNC programs using CAM software.Ensure machining processes are stable, repeatable and production ready prior to release.Ensure datum control and clamping methods align with GD&T requirements.Support implementation of probing strategies including in-process inspection and wear compensation where appropriate.Digital Simulation & VerificationPerform full digital simulation and collision verification of all multi-axis machining processes using Vericut prior to shop floor release.Maintain high standards of simulation compliance and documentation.Contribute to the ongoing development of best practice in digital verification methods.Process Implementation & Production ReadinessSupport machining strategy development during New Product Introduction (NPI), identifying technical risk and ensuring robust process definition prior to production release.Produce complete process documentation including setup sheets, tooling lists and structured release information.Define accurate manufacturing routings and operation time standards in collaboration with Planning.Provide structured prove-out support during initial production runs.Ensure smooth transition from development to stable production.Tooling, Workholding and Technical Problem SolvingTake ownership of tooling selection and troubleshooting for complex multi-axis machining operations.Diagnose and resolve issues relating to stability, tool life, vibration and surface integrity.Apply best practice in cutting strategy and machining efficiency.Design and implement bespoke workholding solutions to support robust machining strategies.Engineering Governance & DFMConfidently interpret complex GD&T drawings.Provide structured manufacturability feedback to Design Engineering.Support technical reviews and challenge constructively where risk or inefficiency is identified.Continuous Improvement and Proactive EngineeringIdentify and lead machining improvement initiatives from concept through to implementation.Improve process stability, reduce rework and minimise reactive intervention.Contribute to the long-term development of automated and lights-out machining capability.Applications EngineerEssential Skills / Experience / Qualifications Experience with multi-tasking mill-turn machines (e.g. Mazak Integrex or equivalent)Experience using Vericut for process verificationProven capability developing complex multi-axis machining processesSolid understanding of CAM programming principles (SolidCAM desirable)Time-served apprenticeship in CNC / Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent practical training

Created: 2026-03-08