CNC CAM Programmer - 5-Axis Milling (Prototype Shop)

Motorsport Network, LLC; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams F1 Team is seeking a CAM Programmer/Machine Operator to join the Prototype Machine Shop. You’ll program and machine complex components for wind tunnel models, testing jigs, fixtures, and occasionally the race car itself.

Role emphasizes turning CAD designs into first-off parts, meeting deadlines, and collaborating across teams to optimise production. Weekend shift Fridays to Sundays, 06:30–18:30, with potential additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in low-volume, high-precision prototype manufacturing.
• Ability to plan ahead, prioritise workloads, and run multiple machines.
• Experience with metallic and non-metallic components, incl. aircraft-grade metals.
• Strong expertise in 5-axis CNC machine tools.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, preferably Siemens NX.
• An engineering apprenticeship or 5+ years in precision engineering, ideally in F1/motorsport.

Responsibilities

• Produce components efficiently, keeping lead times to a minimum.
• Collaborate with Toolpath Programming to solve first-off issues and improve quality/runtime.
• Perform CAM programming and machining as directed by the Supervisor/Team Leader.
• Work with fellow machinists to establish best practices.
• Inspect first-off components thoroughly and confirm correctness for batch production.

Skills

5-axis machining

Planning & prioritising

Team collaboration

Precision measurement

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Siemens NX

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Williams F1 Team is seeking a CAM Programmer/Machine Operator to join the Prototype Machine Shop. You’ll program and machine complex components for wind tunnel models, testing jigs, fixtures, and occasionally the race car itself.

Role emphasizes turning CAD designs into first-off parts, meeting deadlines, and collaborating across teams to optimise production. Weekend shift Fridays to Sundays, 06:30–18:30, with potential additional tasks as needed.