CNC Programmer
Brackley, UK
At the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, a group of passionate and determined people work to design, develop, manufacture and race the cars with the aim of fighting for world championships each and every year.
Whether working in our Operations, Technical, Race or Business Support functions, we are all in and aspire to build the greatest team in the history of our sport.
Every individual plays their part. No stone is left unturned in the chase for every tenth of a second. The history of our sport is long and rich, and we are continuing our journey with renewed effort year on year.
About the Role:
A vacancy has arisen for a CNC Programmer within the Composite Machining Centre, reporting to the Composite Machining Manager and Senior CAM Engineer.
You will be responsible for overseeing our Carbon Insert Machining Cell, creating machine programmes directly from 3D CAD models for multi-axis CNC machining centres. Responsibilities include scheduling production, creating part routing, and producing right-first-time components to a challenging production schedule.
Key Accountabilities (Duties):
* Schedule production requirements and process orders on SAP.
* Maintain quality and workmanship to high standards using timely and cost-effective manufacturing methods following department protocol.
* Keep senior staff up to date with manufacturing status, forecasting potential delays, and recovery planning to mitigate risks to planned delivery dates.
* Provide clear direction and support to shift team members, along with effective communication across all shifts and to relevant stakeholders.
* Support programming needs on all component types including tooling block, cured CFRP car parts, carbon inserts, and Rohacell.
* Actively minimize scrap by using the most efficient machining methods and employing root cause analysis to improve our processes.
* Promote and enforce Health and Safety regulations.
* Solve manufacturing problems and communicate issues to relevant personnel, as per departmental and Company procedures.
* Liaise with various personnel as required across the functions within the whole team.
* Comply with all departmental and Company procedures and ensure the safe use of all tooling and machinery.
* Demonstrate flexibility in hours and the ability to work under minimum supervision.
Candidate Profile
Essential:
* Proven background in programming, setting, and operating Multi Axis CNC machines, delivering high levels of quality and efficiency while meeting deadlines.
* Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
* Knowledge of Autodesk Powermill/Powershape or Fusion360 software, Siemens Sinumerik CNC controls, and SAP would be an advantage.
* Proven competence with CNC machine tools and experience with Windows and Microsoft Office software is required.
Benefits:
Our riverside campus is powered by 100% renewably sourced energy and features an on-site gym and exercise studio, subsidised restaurant, and on-site parking with EV chargers available.
We offer a competitive and attractive package of benefits including a generous bonus scheme, Mercedes car lease scheme, private medical cover, life assurance, and 25 days holiday. We pride ourselves on our family-friendly environment and employee well-being programmes.
Why us:
At the heart of our performance are our people. Every member of our team has a voice and plays their part in contributing to our successes on and off the racetrack. We take pride in creating an innovative, collaborative, and high-performance culture where all team members are respected, empowered, and valued.
Through our Accelerate 25 programme, we are continuously working to make our team even more diverse and inclusive. Whatever your background, we believe that you will find working with us rewarding and enriching.
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