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Are you an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer with strong Hypermill skills looking to work on cutting-edge motorsport projects? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering team in Portsmouth, specialising in F1 composite pattern moulding for the high-performance motorsport industry.

What’s on Offer:



Competitive pay structure

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Shift allowance: x1.3

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Overtime: x1.5

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Flexible shift options – days, nights, weekends

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Opportunity to work on high-profile F1 and motorsport programmes

The Role:

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Programming CNC machines using Hypermill CAD/CAM software

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Producing high-precision pattern and mould tooling for F1 composites and motorsport applications

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Optimising toolpaths for efficiency, accuracy, and quality

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Working closely with production teams to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards

About You:

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Proven experience in CAD/CAM programming (Hypermill essential)

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Strong background in motorsport, aerospace, or composite tooling preferred

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Ability to work independently and adapt to different shift patterns

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High attention to detail and passion for precision engineering

This role offers the chance to work on innovative, high-performance projects where your skills will directly contribute to the success of world-class motorsport teams

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