Engineer - Programmer

Company Description

When you work for John Crane, you join a community driven by pioneering spirit and a legacy of innovation. Our engineered solutions drive reliability, uptime and energy efficiency, empowering the world’s largest energy service providers to achieve sustainability goals that shape the future of our world. If you’re ready to accelerate the new energy transition through technology leadership, innovative solutions and service excellence, you'll fit right in.

Job Description

Key Activities:

Programming & Data Management - Interpret engineering data and import solid models from Teamcenter for CNC programming. Develop CNC programs using Edgecam, applying standardised manufacturing strategies and templates. Maintain a centralised CNC Program Register with final, proved-out programs and revision control. Prepare stage drawings and setup sheets for all programmed operations.

Tooling & Postprocessing - Select tools and holders from approved global libraries; apply standard feeds and speeds. Use correct post-processors for machine controllers.

Simulation & Prove-Out - Perform offline simulation and collision checks before posting NC code. Capture edits and update CAM templates.

Production Support - Prepare CNC programs according to production schedules on a shift-support basis. Provide troubleshooting and optimisation support to shop-floor teams.

Continuous Improvement - Standardise programming strategies globally and update templates based on lessons learned.

Monitor KPIs such as programming lead time, first-pass yield, and cycle time improvements.

Compliance & Safety - Adhere to ISO standards for CNC programming and quality requirements. Follow safety protocols during prove-out and machine setup.

Collaboration & Training - Work closely with manufacturing engineers, machinists, and quality teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

Skills & Experience:

BE/ DME with 03-05 years overall related experience and min 02-03 years in Edgecam programming for turning and milling.

Proven experience in CNC programming for milling, turning, and multi-axis machines.

Proficiency in Edgecam CAM software and knowledge of ISO G-code standards.

Familiarity with PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred) and CAM–machine integration.

Strong understanding of tooling, feeds/speeds, and machining strategies.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills; ability to work across global teams.

Additional Information

Key Accountabilities:

Quality & Quantity of programs delivered

Ontime delivery of the programs to the sites

GCN raising process

Leadership Behaviours:

Innovates for impact

Take accountability & ownership

Delivers results at pace

Leads inclusivity and empowers

Develops self and others

Lives Smiths values

Sets vision to inspire

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