5-axis CNC Programmer

EMBS Engineering; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

New facility

Job summary

EMBS Engineering Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a skilled 5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist for a permanent role. You will design and optimise 5-axis programs, using HyperMill CAM, and work on high-precision components in a modern facility.

Ideal candidates will have strong experience with Heidenhain and/or FANUC controls, and a track record in precision engineering with tight tolerances. Mon-Thu days, with early finish on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Heidenhain and/or FANUC controls.
• 5-axis offline CNC programming using HyperMill.
• Experience in precision engineering with tight tolerances.
• HyperMill CAM software experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create robust 5-axis CNC programs offline using HyperMill CAM software.
• Prove out, set up, and run the programs on new 5-Axis machinery.
• Work with Heidenhain and/or FANUC machine controls.
• Collaborate during the upcoming factory relocation to establish lean workflows.

Skills

5-axis CNC programming

Offline programming

CNC milling/turning setup

Tight tolerances

Tools

HyperMill CAM

Heidenhain controls

FANUC controls

Job description

5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist

Birmingham

Permanent

£18-£22 per hour DOE

Overview

EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, located in Birmingham that is currently in the market for a 5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist to join their company permanently.

This market leader is a well-established entity within the precision engineering industries and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety-critical, highly complex components. Operating with a tight-knit, expert team, the company is undergoing exciting changes, including an imminent relocation to a brand-new, modern, state-of-the-art facility featuring excellent employee amenities and dedicated parking.

What's in it for you?

• Stability / Longevity: Join a well-established precision manufacturer investing heavily in its future, backed by brand-new high-performance machinery and an upcoming move to a modern, state‑of‑the‑art factory.
• Competitive salary: Highly competitive pay rates matching your specialized 5‑axis expertise (open to negotiation based on experience).
• Hours: Days. Standard shift is 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Thursday, with a coveted early finish on Fridays to kickstart your weekend.
• Benefits: Working with cutting‑edge tech (HyperMill, Spinner machines), leadership and mentoring opportunities, clear paths for professional development under a newly appointed Managing Director, and an upgraded working environment.

Responsibilities

Due to internal changes, a pending factory relocation, and off the back of continued success and investment in high-performance machinery, our client is seeking an experienced 5‑axis CNC Programmer / Machinist to maximise the potential of their newly acquired assets and lead their offline programming capabilities.

Your responsibilities will include: As a 5-Axis CNC Programmer / Machinist, you will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process of safety-critical components using their new high-performance Spinner machining centres.

• Create robust 5-axis CNC programs offline using HyperMill CAM software at the dedicated workstation attached to the machines.
• Prove out, set up, and run the programs safely and efficiently on new 5‑Axis Machinery.
• Work with a variety of machine controls, specifically navigating Heidenhain and/or FANUC operating systems.
• Collaborate with the team during the upcoming factory relocation to help establish efficient, lean workflows in the new facility.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Proficiency working with Heidenhain and/or FANUC machine controls. (This is essential for this role)
• A proven track record in 5-axis offline CNC programming, with essential, hands‑on experience using HyperMill CAM software (this is a desirable requirement)
• Strong setting and operating capabilities on 5-axis CNC milling and/or turning centres.
• A strong background in precision engineering, confidently working to tight tolerances on complex parts.

About us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.

Please note: Due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.