EDM Machinist

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering recruitment agency based in the UK seeks an experienced EDM Machinist to join a dedicated team in Leamington Spa. The candidate will perform Wire EDM and Spark Erosion operations on precision components for aerospace and motorsport applications. Offering a competitive hourly rate, this position includes opportunities for career development within a high-precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Wire EDM and Spark Erosion processes.
• Competency in offline programming using RoboCam or similar.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Wire EDM/Spark Erosion operations on precision components.
• Manufacture aerospace and motorsport components in line with approved data.
• Ensure all work is delivered on time, to quality, and to required tolerances.

Skills

Wire EDM

Spark Erosion

Technical drawings interpretation

Team-oriented

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

EDM machines

RoboCam

Job description

EDM Machinist

Permanent
Location: Leamington Spa
Salary: £21.50 per hour PAYE (including shift allowance)
Hours: Nights 21:15-07:00 - Monday - Thursday

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled EDM Machinist to support the manufacture of high-quality transmission components for motorsport and aerospace applications. This role involves working in a small, dedicated team, applying a right-first-time approach to precision engineering.

As an EDM Machinist you will perform Wire EDM and Spark Erosion operations using Swiss-built EDM Charmilles equipment, including the Charmilles Form 200 Sparker, ensuring components meet the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Wire EDM/Spark Erosion operations on precision components.
• Interpret technical drawings and planning route cards to produce parts to specification.
• Manufacture aerospace and motorsport components in line with approved data.
• Program EDM machines offline using RoboCam or similar (training can be provided).
• Ensure all work is delivered on time, to quality, and to required tolerances.
• Contribute to problem solving, continuous improvement, and best practice across the workshop.
• Support other manufacturing areas when required.
• Work additional hours when necessary to meet critical deadlines.

Key Competencies & Experience

• Proven experience with Wire EDM and Spark Erosion processes.
• Skilled in operating numerically controlled EDM machines.
• Competency in offline programming (RoboCam or similar software).
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proactive, innovative, and team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Flexibility to adapt and support broader manufacturing activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EDM Machinist to join a forward-thinking, innovative team with opportunities to extend or move into a permanent role. If you are a motivated EDM Machinist looking to develop your career in a high-precision engineering environment, we want to hear from you.