CNC Machinist

About the company

Our client is a clean energy company.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Set up and run CNC mills and lathes to make metal components for in-house hardware, working closely with engineers from design through to finished parts. Balance one-off prototype work with repeat production batches while keeping quality high and turnaround fast.

What you'll do

• Review engineering drawings with designers to settle the most effective way to make each component.
• Write CAM programs, then set up and run three-axis mills and lathes from start to finish.
• Machine stainless steel and aluminium parts, from single prototypes to small repeat batches.
• Help raise output as production volumes grow.
• Deliver inspected finished parts to the teams that need them and help assemble complex equipment.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Several years of post-qualification experience as a machinist in a workshop, factory or laboratory.
• Hands-on setup and operation of CNC mills and lathes, up to three axes.
• Working knowledge of CAM software such as Fusion 360.
• Practical experience working across a variety of metals and engineering plastics.
• Either a university qualification in a technical subject or a completed machining apprenticeship or similar certification.
• Background at a small, mission-driven hardware company that machines its own parts in-house.
• Able to work on-site in London or relocate there.

Bonus points

• Experience running series batches alongside one-off R&D parts.
• Experience operating manual mills and lathes.
• Familiarity with Hurco WinMax control software.
• Side projects or home workshop builds that show practical making outside paid work.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

• Base salary: $45K - $60K GBP
• Equity
• Health insurance
• Unlimited time off
• Relocation support

Location and work model

• London, England, United Kingdom
• On-site, 5 days in-office
• Full-time