Senior CNC Miller: Multi-Axis Offline Programmer

Holt Engineering Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering Ltd in Poole, Dorset, is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join its precision engineering team. The role focuses on offline programming across 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines and involves developing complex multi-axis programmes to support high-quality production.

You will work with Edgecam and Fusion 360 to create and optimise programmes, produce setup docs, tooling plans and work instructions, and contribute to continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC milling experience with offline programming capability.
• Experience with 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Strong tooling and machining process knowledge.
• Excellent problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Strong communication across technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop offline CNC programmes for multi-axis machining (3, 4 and 5-axis).
• Using Edgecam and Fusion 360 for programme creation and optimisation.
• Producing detailed setup documentation, tooling plans and work instructions.
• Supporting programme proving and smooth transition into production.
• Improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Defining tooling strategies, work holding methods and routing requirements.
• Supporting root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating closely with production and quality teams.
• Supporting new product introduction and ongoing process development.

Skills

CNC milling

Offline programming

Multi-axis machining

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Edgecam

Fusion 360

Job description

Holt Engineering Ltd in Poole, Dorset, is seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join its precision engineering team. The role focuses on offline programming across 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines and involves developing complex multi-axis programmes to support high-quality production.

You will work with Edgecam and Fusion 360 to create and optimise programmes, produce setup docs, tooling plans and work instructions, and contribute to continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.