CNC Programmer

Job Description

CNC PROGRAMMER X2

SANDIACRE, NG10 5AN (ONSITE)

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Are you a CNC Programmer looking to take full ownership of creating effective, high‑quality CNC programs across a variety of machines and controls? This role puts you at the centre of manufacturing excellence; interpreting design data, generating precise CNC programs using Siemens, Fanuc and Heidenhain systems, supporting NPI and prototypes, and ensuring every component meets tight tolerances and quality standards. You’ll collaborate closely with production, quality, and engineering teams, troubleshoot live machining issues, create tooling and work instructions, and play a key part in optimising processes and improving productivity. If you’re hands‑on, detail‑driven, and ready to influence how parts are made from concept to production, this is the opportunity for you.

THE ROLE:
As a CNC Programmer, you will be required to:

• Interpret design data and generate clear manufacturing instructions and CNC programs using Siemens NX, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Creo, AutoCAD and CAD/CAM software.
• Test and prove programs to full production status, and complete weekly program backups.
• Create tooling drawings and develop work instructions or procedures that support efficient manufacturing.
• Support production when needed, operating CNC machines within training and troubleshooting machining or programming issues—including making on‑control edits to maintain workflow.
• Manage tooling, materials and equipment, ensuring they are well‑organised, maintained and available to keep processes running smoothly.
• Support Design for Manufacture by challenging designs that impact yield and approving detailed part specifications.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve processes, enhance productivity, and contribute to the selection, installation and commissioning of new CNC machinery and tooling.
• Follow all Health & Safety and Quality requirements, inspection routines and company procedures, taking responsibility for your own safety and that of others.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal CNC Programmer:

• Strong knowledge of Fanuc, Heidenhain and Siemens CNC controls and programming languages.
• Experience using Creo and CAD/CAM systems, with additional 2D CAD drafting capability.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Awareness of safety‑critical environments and adherence to quality standards.
• Rail industry experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Familiarity with Cimco DNC systems.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary + company bonus
• Tailored training and development, including company‑funded external qualifications where relevant
• Generous pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• Life assurance at 3.5× your salary
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off at 4,000+ UK gyms
• Fuel card savings of 2–3p per litre at 3,500 stations, including BP, Esso and Shell
• Employee recognition schemes celebrating great work
• 33 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of bank/public holidays)

ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL:

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signalling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.

Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.

PROGRESS RAIL VALUES:

• Integrity – the power of honesty
• Excellence – the power of quality
• Teamwork – the power of working together
• Commitment – the power of responsibility
• Sustainability – the power of endurance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES:
Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role, please click on the link provided. If you would like any further information about this vacancy before applying, please feel free to contact Taher Rahman at our Sandiacre site.

We would politely request no agencies please.