Methods and CAM Programming Engineer

Methods engineer — industrialisation and 4 and 5-axis CAM programming

You industrialise aluminium aerospace parts, from the customer definition to a frozen, repeatable process: routing, raw material blank, fixture, simulated 4 and 5-axis CAM program, first part and FAI file.

What you will do

• Review the customer definition (3D model, drawing, tolerances, key characteristics) and feed back manufacturability issues before launch.
• Define the routing: sequence of operations, machine allocation, datum strategy and machining allowances.
• Define the raw material blank (dimensions, grain direction, allowances) and validate the blanks before machining.
• Design or specify machining fixtures built for rigidity and repeatability.
• Program 4 and 5-axis machining in CAM, positional and simultaneous: roughing and finishing strategies, choice of tools and cutting conditions, post-processing for each machine.
• Verify every program in simulation, with the fixture and tool models, to remove collisions and over-travel before the program reaches the shop floor.
• Write the manufacturing file: routing, blank sheet, setup sheet, tool list and inspection instructions.
• Follow the first part on the machine with the setters, correct the program and contribute to the FAI file to AS/EN 9102.
• Improve processes in series production: cycle times, tool life, and handling of non-conformities with the 8D method.

What we look for

• Engineering degree, applied licence or equivalent in mechanical engineering, mechanical manufacturing or production engineering.
• At least two years of experience in methods and CAM programming of machined parts on 4 and 5-axis machines.
• Command of CATIA or Siemens NX; experience of Mastercam is an advantage.
• Regular use of machining simulation, and a good understanding of post-processors and ISO code.
• Thorough knowledge of aerospace industrialisation: drawings and geometric tolerancing, materials and blanks, traceability, EN 9100, FAI and configuration control.
• Good knowledge of cutting tools and of high-speed machining of aluminium.
• Rigour and a shop-floor mindset: you are at the machine for your first parts. Technical English to read customer specifications.

What ESM offers

• A park of 15 machining centres bought new, including eight 5-axis centres and three 4-axis horizontal centres with pallet changers.
• A methods office next to production, equipped with CATIA, Siemens NX and Mastercam, with post-processors maintained for each machine.
• Aerostructure and aircraft equipment parts to industrialise end to end, from the technical review to the FAI.

Apply with your CV, in French or English. Every application is read by human resources and by the NPI manager.