Xtrac is the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of specialist transmissions. Our customers include the top motorsports racing series including Formula One, Le Mans, IndyCar and NASCAR and we also supply transmissions for the most exclusive high-performance cars in the world. We are at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation opportunity as the automotive industry transitions from internal combustion to electric and hybrid and our experienced and dedicated teams are using the latest cutting-edge technology to achieve this transition.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Mechanical/Engineering background – E
Apprenticeship –E

KNOWLEDGE

Working knowledge of Siemens NX-CADCAM – E
Working knowledge of EdgeCAM – D
Working knowledge of Vericut / Vericut Force – E
Working knowledge of ERP systems – D
Fanuc and Yasnac controls – D
Knowledge of machinery used – E
3, 4 & 5 axis vertical machining centres
4 & 5 axis horizontal machining
Good knowledge of Speeds and feeds – E
Good understanding of Word address programs – E

EXPERIENCE

Programming of CNC Milling machines – E
CNC Milling/Tool making experience – E
Motorsport/Automotive/Aerospace background – E
Small batches with short lead times – E
Working under pressure – D
Working unsupervised – E

SKILLS/ABILITIES

High PC skills – E
Tool making – ability to design and make work-holding devices – E

ABOUT THE ROLE

To produce CNC programs and help design and arrange for the purchase of tooling for Milling manufacture of parts to the company quality standard.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE

Flexibility – evening/weekends/early start may be necessary on occasion.