Job Overview
Senior 5-Axis CNC Mill Programmer
Machina Engineering - machinaengineering.co.uk
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 highest quality standards.
Programming is completed using OpenMind hyperMILL with full VM simulation and verification to ensure crash-free pallet-pool production and completely 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 AS9100 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, ideally 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: £45,000 – £54,000 per year (depending on experience)
- Guaranteed onsite parking
- 1.5x overtime pay
- Fully equipped kitchen and break room
- 28 days holiday plus additional leave
- Overtime opportunities
- Backed pension scheme
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £45,000 – £54,000 per year
Location: On-site
Start Date: Immediate availability preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00-£54,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
