Computer Numerical Control Programmer

Computer Numerical Control Programmer

Full-Time 36900 - 45100 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Gattaca

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Create and optimise CNC programs for advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Company: Join a leading manufacturing team in Southwark, London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to £80,000 and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Why this job: Be part of a cutting-edge facility shaping the future of aerospace and robotics.
  • Qualifications: Strong CAM expertise and a passion for precision engineering.

The predicted salary is between 36900 - 45100 £ per year.

  • CAM Programmer
  • Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £80,000 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced CAM Programmer to join our growing manufacturing team in Southwark.

This is a high-impact technical role focused on developing, optimising, and industrialising machining processes for advanced aerospace, defence, energy, and robotics components.

You will be responsible for creating efficient CNC programs, validating manufacturing strategies, and supporting production teams to achieve exceptional quality, repeatability, and throughput.

Working alongside machinists, engineers, and software developers, you will play a critical role in building one of the most advanced and digitally connected manufacturing facilities in the UK.

The ideal candidate combines strong CAM expertise with a passion for precision engineering, continuous improvement, and data-driven manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities Create, simulate, verify, and optimise CNC programs across a range of machine tools.

Develop machining strategies for complex, high-precision components.

Select tooling, work holding, cutting parameters, and machining methods to maximise efficiency and quality.

Support first article prove-outs and process validation activities.

Continuously improve cycle times, machine utilisation, and manufacturing performance.

Design and refine fixturing and setup strategies to improve repeatability.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from design review through to production release.

Provide Design for Manufacture (DFM) feedback to engineering teams and customers.

Create and maintain machining documentation, setup sheets, and process standards.

Work closely with operators, machinists, engineers, and Mason OS software teams to improve manufacturing workflows and data collection.

Support the adoption of automation, probing technologies, and advanced machining techniques.

Required Skills

Computer Numerical Control Programmer employer: Gattaca

Gattaca is an excellent employer for those looking to make a significant impact in the offshore wind sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements in vibrant cities like London and Bristol, Gattaca offers a rewarding environment where engineers can thrive and contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Gattaca

Contact Details:

Gattaca Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Computer Numerical Control Programmer

CNC Programming
CAM Expertise
Machining Strategies Development
Tool Selection
Work Holding Techniques
Cutting Parameters Optimisation
Process Validation