CAD Programmer

Roc Search Inc.; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Roc Search Inc. in Slough, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced 5-Axis Machinist/Programmer to manufacture precision components for advanced robotic systems. You will program and operate 5-axis CNC machinery, turning complex designs into high-precision parts on-site.

You will collaborate with design engineers to optimise manufacturability and quality, take ownership of machining processes, and troubleshoot challenges to continuously improve efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in 5-axis CNC machining and programming.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and precision manufacturing.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy and efficient machining practices.
• Proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate with design engineers to improve component design and processes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

5-axis CNC machining

CNC programming

engineering drawings

tolerances

precision manufacturing

problem-solving

collaboration

Job description

CAD Programmer

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Salary: £40,000-£55,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Working Arrangement: Fully on-site

We're looking for an experienced 5-Axis Machinist / Programmer to join a fast-growing robotics business developing high-performance Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) designed for fast, modular and mission-ready deployment.

You’ll manufacture high-precision components that go directly into advanced robotic systems, working closely with design engineers to turn complex designs into high-precision finished parts.

The Role

• 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.

About You

• Proven experience in 5-axis CNC machining and programming.
• A strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances and precision manufacturing.
• A commitment to quality, accuracy and efficient machining practices.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to collaborate with design engineers and contribute ideas to improve component design and manufacturing processes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where ownership and responsibility are encouraged.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to work on complex engineering challenges where your skills will have a direct, tangible impact on the development of advanced robotic systems.

You'll join a growing team where you can take ownership of your work, collaborate with talented engineers and help shape the future of innovative robotics technology.