CAD/CAM Programmer

The CAD/CAM Programmer role is responsible for delivering robust, efficient CNC programs for high-precision metal components manufactured on Multi axis CNC milling and Milturn machines.

The role supports both internal production requirements and external customer projects, working with a wide range of materials including aluminum, copper, stainless steel and exotic alloys.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring right-first-time manufacture, supporting challenging delivery schedules and solving complex machining problems in a high-pressure engineering environment.

CAD/CAM Programming

• Create, optimize and validate CNC programs for Multi axis CNC milling and Milturn machines
• Develop machining strategies for complex geometries and tight-tolerance parts
• Generate complete CAM documentation including tooling lists, setup sheets and machining sequences
• Simulate, verify and proving programs to eliminate collisions and minimize cycle times
• Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies for aluminum, copper, stainless steel and exotic materials

Manufacturing Support

• Support machining teams during prove-out, first-off and production runs
• Troubleshoot machining issues quickly and effectively to minimize machine downtime
• Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focusing on cycle time reduction, tool life and process stability

Customer & Project Support

• Support both internal and external customers with complex and bespoke machining requirements
• Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) and fast-turnaround projects
• Provide technical input to feasibility reviews, quotations and manufacturing planning

Problem Solving & Leadership

• Act as a technical resource for CAD/CAM and machining challenges
• Apply strong problem-solving skills to deliver solutions under time pressure
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, quality and consistency in all programming activities

Person Specification

• Degree or Diploma or Apprenticeship in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineering
• Previous experience in CAD/CAM Programmer in a high-precision environment
• Programming CNC milling and Milturn machines, including complex multi-axis work
• Machining aluminum, copper, stainless steel and exotic materials
• Strong proficiency of CAD/CAM software such as Mastercam, Power Mill, Hyper Mill, NX or CATIA
• CNC Control knowledge of Mazatrol, Fanuc, Siemens or Heidenhain
• Excellent understanding of CNC machining principles, tooling and cutting parameters
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Aviva Private Pension (5% Employee, 3% Employer)
• BUPA Private medical insurance
• Simply Health Optimise Plus Plan
• Group Life insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme