Cnc operator Work, Jobs in Ballymena (with Salaries)

Laser Automation Programmer
McAuley Engineering —Ballymoney
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
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- In-person
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Rafferty Roof Trusses Ltd —Coleraine
- From £12.75 an hour
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BRIAN SCOTT ENG LTD —Garvagh
- £15 - £18 an hour
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Laser Automation Programmer

McAuley Engineering -
Ballymoney

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

On-site parking

Qualifications

AutoCAD
Fabrication
CAD
GCSE
Metal fabrication
SolidWorks
Materials handling
Sheet metal

Full job description

To be considered for this role ALL QUESTIONS must be answered.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated individual to fulfil the role of Laser Automation Programmer within our team. You will be responsible for creating, optimising, and managing CNC laser programs together with robotic sorting automation programming to ensure maximum machine efficiency, material utilisation, and production output.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with the latest laser cutting technology in a modern, automated environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Programming CNC laser cutting machines (Bystronic experience desirable)

· Creating and optimising nests for efficient material usage

· Creating and optimising sorting and storage plans

· Supporting production to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime

· Collaborating with production and engineering teams to improve manufacturability

· Maintaining program libraries and documentation

· Troubleshooting programming and machine-related issues

· Continuously identifying opportunities for process improvement

· Reverse engineer parts for manufacturing

· Ensure that safe work practices are followed and adhered to.

About You

· Ideally suited to a graduate keen to use state of the art automated manufacturing equipment.

· Previous experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, Solid works, etc)

· Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team

· Familiarity with nesting software (e.g. BySoft or similar)

· Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

· Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Desirable (but not essential)

· Previous experience in laser programming within a sheet metal environment

· Experience with Bystronic laser systems

· Knowledge of automated material handling systems

· CAD/CAM experience

What We Offer

· Competitive salary (dependent on skills and experience)

· Career progression with an ever expanding engineering department

· 4 day working week

· Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automated laser technology

· Ongoing training and development

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.

Closing Date: 12noon Friday 31st July 2026

Benefits:

On-site parking

Application question(s):

Are you currently employed?

Notice Required?

The information provided in this section will be used to assess your application at the short-listing stage. Please use this space to demonstrate how you meet the essential & desirable criteria specified in the advertisement.
Please give the names of two referees, (not relatives) both of whom should be familiar with your work, one of which should normally be your current/or most recent employer and the other a previous employer.
Have you ever previously been employed by McAuley Engineering?

If Yes please give details.

Please use this space for details of any hobbies/interests, and any other other information you consider relevant:
Please give the dates, if applicable, of any holiday commitments or dates not available for interview:
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Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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