Jobs in Whateley

Brown & Holmes is looking for an experienced 5-Axis CNC Miller / Programmer to join its growing engineering team.

This role will involve working on a large-capacity Lagun 5-axis machining centre with a 4-metre bed, producing complex, high-quality components for demanding engineering sectors.

The role will include:

* Programming, setting and operating a 5-axis Lagun machining centre

* Working with Heidenhain controls

* Machining large, complex and high-value components

* Producing one-off and low-volume precision-engineered parts

* Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings

* Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds and machining strategies

* Carrying out in-process inspection and maintaining high quality standards

* Working closely with engineering and production colleagues to improve machining processes and reduce cycle times

* Working to tight deadlines

The successful candidate will have:

* Strong experience programming, setting and operating 5-axis CNC milling machines

* Good working knowledge of Heidenhain controls

* Experience operating Lagun machinery, or similar large-capacity machining centres

* Proven experience machining larger components

* The ability to work confidently and independently on complex jobs

* A strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances and inspection methods

* A practical, quality-focused approach to problem-solving

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing UK engineering group working on technically challenging projects across the aerospace, defence, nuclear and advanced manufacturing sectors