CNC Miller - 5 Axis Programmer
Listed on 2026-10-06
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Trident Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced 5-Axis CNC Miller / Programmer to join a high-level precision engineering business in Oxford.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong CNC engineer who wants more than just another machining role. The company is looking for someone who can bring genuine 5-axis programming expertise to the team, with the opportunity to develop into a Senior / Leadership position as the business continues to grow.
The RoleYou will be responsible for programming, setting and supporting complex multi-axis machining work, taking components from drawing through to finished part.
- Programming complex 5-axis CNC milling machines
- Producing 5-axis simultaneous machining programs
- Offline programming using CAD/CAM software
- Programming, setting and proving out new components
- Working from complex engineering drawings and specifications
- Tooling selection, speeds, feeds and machining strategy
- Improving existing programs and reducing cycle times
- Troubleshooting machining and programming issues
- Supporting less experienced engineers within the machine shop
- Helping drive machining standards and continuous improvement
- Taking on increasing technical and leadership responsibility
5-axis machining experience is essential for this position.
- Strong CNC milling programming experience
- Proven 5-axis machining knowledge
- Experience with 5-axis simultaneous machining
- Strong CAD/CAM programming knowledge
- Experience taking complex components from drawing to finished part
- Excellent understanding of tooling, work holding and machining strategies
- Ability to work to tight tolerances
- A strong precision engineering background
- Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
- Day shift
- Oxford
- Long-term career progression
- Opportunity to move into a senior leadership position
- High-level 5-axis and CAD/CAM machining environment
This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious 5-Axis CNC Programmer who wants to remain technically involved while taking the next step towards leading and developing an engineering team.
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