Senior 5 axis CNC CAM Programmer

Machina Engineering; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary BOE

Guaranteed onsite parking

1.5x overtime pay

Fully equipped kitchen and break room

28 days holiday plus additional leave

Overtime opportunities

Backed pension scheme

Staff events and BBQs

Cycle to work scheme

Private Healthcare

Job summary

Machina Engineering is redefining precision manufacturing by integrating software and hardware into a single system. The candidate will lead 5-axis CNC programming and operate complex components for aerospace, defence, space, Formula One, and more.

Using Hermle 5-axis machines with automation, you will simulate, prove out, and optimise unattended operations while maintaining EN9100 quality standards and a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with probing (in-process and conventional).
• Familiarity with offline CAM software, preferably hyperMILL.
• Experience with continuous 5-axis machining of complex components.
• Knowledge of advanced cutting strategies, such as form tools and barrel milling.
• Experience handling specialist tooling and advanced materials.
• Excellent problem-solving ability with a key attention to the details.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise offline CNC programs using hyperMILL, including full simulation for lights-out and pallet-pool operation.
• Send new programs to prove out unattended without consequence over broken tools and scrapped parts.
• Interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to manufacture components accurately.
• Work collaboratively with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and have your say in improving and reinventing the production process.
• Identify and implement machining efficiency improvements.
• Verify programs for lights-out suitability, including the use of in-process probing and tool breakage checks to ensure right first-time accuracy.
• Perform quality checks on finished components using appropriate measuring tools and/or generate in-process probing reports to run during the night.
• Maintain a clean, organised workspace, ensuring tooling, job documentation, and records are kept up to date.
• Work within an EN9100 environment and maintain the quality standard.

Skills

5-axis machining

read drawings

probing (in-process)

hyperMILL

OpenMind

form tools

barrel milling

specialist tooling

problem solving

team collaboration

Tools

hyperMILL

OpenMind

Job description

Machina Engineering is reinventing precision manufacturing from the ground up, fusing software and hardware into a single system, reshoring production back to the UK in the process. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of 5-axis CNC milling processes and proven experience in programming and operating complex components, supporting key domestic industries such as aerospace, defence, space, Formula One and more.

Our facility features state-of-the-art Hermle 5-axis machining centres with fully integrated automation systems designed for continuous 24/7 lights‑out operation. We utilise advanced technology and work with the best suppliers in the industry, like Ceritizit, Lang and Zoller, ensuring utmost reliability and the highest quality standards.

Programming is completed using OpenMind hyperMILL with simulation and verification to enable unattended prove-outs. Training on our machines and CAM systems will be provided if required, with industry-specific experience being all that's required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise offline CNC programs using hyperMILL, including full simulation for lights-out and pallet-pool operation

• Send new programs to prove out unattended without consequence over broken tools and scrapped parts

• Interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to manufacture components accurately

• Work collaboratively with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues and have your say in improving and reinventing the production process

• Identify and implement machining efficiency improvements

• Verify programs for lights-out suitability, including the use of in-process probing and tool breakage checks to ensure right first-time accuracy

• Perform quality checks on finished components using appropriate measuring tools and/or generate in-process probing reports to run during the night

• Maintain a clean, organised workspace, ensuring tooling, job documentation, and records are kept up to date

• Work within an EN9100 environment and maintain the quality standard

Desired Skills & Experience

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Experience with probing (in-process and conventional)

• Familiarity with offline CAM software, preferably hyperMILL

• Experience with continuous 5-axis machining of complex components

• Knowledge of advanced cutting strategies, such as form tools and barrel milling

• Experience handling specialist tooling and advanced materials

• Excellent problem-solving ability with a key attention to the details

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within the team

Benefits

• Competitive salary BOE

• Guaranteed onsite parking

• 1.5x overtime pay

• Fully equipped kitchen and break room

• 28 days holiday plus additional leave

• Overtime opportunities

• Backed pension scheme

• Staff events and BBQs

• Cycle to work scheme

• Private Healthcare

If you are passionate about precision engineering and want to leave your mark in history and pioneer the future of manufacturing, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in building the factory of the future.