Robotic CNC Machinist
Tods are looking to expand our Additive Manufacturing team and we are looking to recruit for a robotic CNC machinist.
You will be responsible for generating AM slicing programs from 3D CAD models. The role involves advanced (Large Format Additive Manufacturing) robotics for machining and additive manufacturing. Working closely with manufacturing engineers, project managers, and design engineers to deliver patterns, moulds and general tooling.
Key Responsibilities:
The 3D Printing Engineer will be responsible for:
- Designing and developing parts, prototypes, and products using 3D printing technologies such as FDM, resin, and metal printing.
- Collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and project managers to validate designs, optimize print processes, and ensure functional prototypes.
- Reading and developing engineering models, maintaining accurate configuration control documentation of print jobs, performing maintenance on printers, and iterating designs based on testing feedback.
- Develop tooling solutions ready for – Additive manufacture processes to minimize material and time to produce tools.
- Write CAPEXs for new equipment, tooling and consumables.
- Setting and Running the LFAM.
- Work with KUKAs (or equivalent) 6‑axis articulated robots using AI-Build (OEM training will be provided).
- Set up and maintain equipment to a very high standard of positional accuracy.
- Configure and operate robots with additional integrated axes such as rails, positioners, and rotary tables.
- Support Production and Quality Assurance in resolving production challenges and providing solutions to ensure product conformance.
- Use Lean Principles to improve the product, process flow, build cycle and waste reduction.
- Retain competencies and expand knowledge through online and specific training courses.
- Undertake other development and manufacturing support tasks as directed by your line manager.
Qualifications:
- Relevant qualifications in electrical & mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering/manufacturing experience (Graduates welcome to apply).
- Experience of programming AM Slicing software.
- Computer literate, Windows based, practical use of CAD.
- Ability to develop successful working relationships, work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Strong problem-solving ability applied through a practical approach
- Continuous Improvement, zero defect and customer focused mind-set
- A good team player with a flexible attitude to workload
Additional Information
- Working hours: 38 hours per week
- 4-day working week: Monday to Thursday 7am - 5pm
- Location: Portland, Dorset
Interested?
If you have experience working in a similar production or engineering environment and are looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Tods has been in existence for more than 90 years, and is a preferred choice for the Royal Navy for the production of sonar domes, acoustic windows, acoustic coatings and other complex structures for surface warships and submarines.
The company has also built an impeccable reputation for quality and delivery to over 25 navies worldwide, from Europe to USA and Asia.
Products and services include the design and manufacture of sonar domes, submarine acoustic windows, acoustic cladding, damping treatments, radomes and other multifunctional structural composite enclosures that enhance the performance of vital sonar, radar and communications equipment.
Tods is a growing business, based on Portland and it is great time to join our workforce.
In return we offer:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Home and Tech scheme and access to discounts with large retailers.
- Plus much more!
All candidates must be able to obtain security clearance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
