Top Motorsport CAM Programmer — 5-Axis Milling Expert

Paddock; Silverstone; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadillac Formula 1 Team in Silverstone, United Kingdom, is seeking a CAM Programmer for a full-time role. You will develop and optimise CNC programs for complex 5-axis milling, support production with weekend operations, and require strong technical capability and independence.

You will verify toolpaths by simulation, read engineering drawings and CAD data accurately, maintain setup documentation, and adhere to programming standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CAM Programmer within motorsport/high-performance engineering.
• Strong knowledge of CAM software, particularly HyperMill.
• Solid understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling and work holding.
• Experience programming 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Ability to read engineering drawings/CAD data.
• Strong problem-solving and independent working skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to work weekend shifts in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication for shift handovers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and optimise CNC programs for complex components, primarily for 5-axis milling machines.
• Support weekend machining operations by troubleshooting and resolving programming or process issues.
• Perform toolpath verification and simulation to ensure safe, efficient machining.
• Collaborate with machinists to refine programs and improve cycle times and surface finishes.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications accurately.
• Ensure all programs and setup documentation are correctly recorded and maintained.
• Adhere to established programming standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide feedback to weekday programming and engineering teams to improve manufacturability and process efficiency.

Skills

CAM programming

5-axis CNC milling

CNC machining

Reading drawings & CAD data

Attention to detail

Tools

HyperMill

Job description

Cadillac Formula 1 Team in Silverstone, United Kingdom, is seeking a CAM Programmer for a full-time role. You will develop and optimise CNC programs for complex 5-axis milling, support production with weekend operations, and require strong technical capability and independence.

You will verify toolpaths by simulation, read engineering drawings and CAD data accurately, maintain setup documentation, and adhere to programming standards.