CNC Programmer/Machinist – 5-Axis CAD/CAM Expert

Arden White; Woking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden White in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Machinist to programme complex 3-axis, 3+2-axis and 5-axis components in a demanding precision engineering environment.

You will work with G-code and CAD/CAM software, review designs for manufacturability, and contribute to automation planning. Opportunities to set and run programmed jobs and collaborate with the engineering team will be available, with experience in Formula One, aerospace or defence advantageous.

Qualifications

• Good practical understanding of CNC machining and precision manufacturing.
• Experience programming CNC-machined components.
• Experience with G-code and CAD/CAM software.
• Previous experience using a recognised CAM package.
• Experience with 3-axis, 3+2-axis or 5-axis machining.
• Understanding of efficient machining strategies and manufacturing workflows.
• Ability to identify design changes that could improve manufacturability.
• Collaborative and creative approach to engineering challenges.
• Experience in demanding precision environments (advantageous).
• Understanding of automation workflows and manufacturing timelines (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Programme 3-axis, 3+2-axis and 5-axis machined components.
• Produce CNC programmes that support efficient machining and manufacturing.
• Review component designs and recommend changes to simplify or accelerate manufacture.
• Contribute to automation schedules and manufacturing workflows.
• Support the development of processes aligning with automation timelines.
• Work with CNC machinery using G-code and CAD/CAM software.
• Set and run programmed jobs where required.
• Collaborate with the wider engineering team on challenging projects.

Skills

CNC Machining

G-code Programming

CAD/CAM Software

CAM Packages

5-Axis Machining

Automation Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Fusion 360

HyperMill

F1/Aerospace Experience

Tools

Fusion 360

HyperMill

Job description

Arden White in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled CNC Programmer/Machinist to programme complex 3-axis, 3+2-axis and 5-axis components in a demanding precision engineering environment.

You will work with G-code and CAD/CAM software, review designs for manufacturability, and contribute to automation planning. Opportunities to set and run programmed jobs and collaborate with the engineering team will be available, with experience in Formula One, aerospace or defence advantageous.