5-Axis CNC CAD Programmer for Robotics - On-site in Slough

Roc Search Europe Limited; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Roc Search Europe Limited in Slough is seeking an experienced 5‑Axis Machinist / Programmer to join a fast‑growing robotics business developing high‑performance unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) designed for rapid deployment.

You will program and operate 5‑axis CNC machinery to produce complex, high‑precision components, collaborating with design engineers to optimise manufacturability, quality and efficiency, while owning machining processes and driving continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 5-axis CNC machining and programming.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances and precision manufacturing.
• Proactive, hands-on problem solving and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Programme and operate 5-axis CNC machinery to manufacture complex, high‑precision components.
• Work closely with design engineers to optimise components for manufacturability, quality and efficiency.
• Take ownership of machining processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency and excellent standards.
• Troubleshoot machining challenges and continuously improve processes.
• Contribute to the development of advanced robotic systems through precision engineering.

Skills

5-axis CNC programming

CNC machining

Engineering drawings

Precision manufacturing

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Roc Search Europe Limited in Slough is seeking an experienced 5‑Axis Machinist / Programmer to join a fast‑growing robotics business developing high‑performance unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) designed for rapid deployment.

You will program and operate 5‑axis CNC machinery to produce complex, high‑precision components, collaborating with design engineers to optimise manufacturability, quality and efficiency, while owning machining processes and driving continuous improvements.