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