Computer Numerical Control Programmer

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

We are looking for a CNC Programmer/Machinist to programme complex 3-axis, 3+2-axis and 5-axis components. You will be responsible for producing fast, efficient and reliable CNC programmes while contributing to design-for-manufacture improvements and automation planning.

There may also be opportunities to set and run the jobs you have programmed, allowing you to remain hands-on with the machining process if desired.

This role would suit someone with experience in a demanding precision engineering environment such as Formula One, aerospace or defence, combined with a creative approach to solving complex manufacturing challenges.

Key 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 that could simplify or accelerate manufacture.
• Contribute to automation schedules and manufacturing workflows.
• Support the development of processes that align with automation timelines.
• Work with CNC machinery using G-code and CAD/CAM software.
• Set and run programmed jobs where required or desired.
• Collaborate with the wider engineering team on technically challenging and innovative projects.

What You'll Bring

• Good practical understanding of CNC machining and precision manufacturing.
• Experience programming CNC-machined components.
• Experience working 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.
• An understanding of efficient machining strategies and manufacturing workflows.
• The ability to identify design changes that could improve manufacturability.
• A collaborative, open and creative approach to engineering challenges.
• Experience in Formula One, aerospace, defence or another demanding precision engineering environment would be advantageous.
• An understanding of automation workflows and manufacturing around automation timelines would be beneficial.
• The client currently operates 5-axis milling and turning machinery with Fanuc controllers. Programming is undertaken using Autodesk Fusion 360, so experience with Fusion 360 would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Applications are also welcomed from CNC programmers with experience using alternative CAM packages. There may be an opportunity to introduce improved programming workflows or support a future move to another platform, such as hyperMILL.

Location & Working Pattern

Woking

Working pattern: On-site

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week

The business operates between 08:00 and 18:00, Monday to Friday. Your working hours can be arranged flexibly within these opening hours.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-precision components. You will contribute to projects where precision engineering, optics and creative product development come together, while having the opportunity to influence machining methods, design-for-manufacture decisions and automation workflows.

Please note that this role does not provide sponsorship.