CAD/CAM Programmer

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, permanent position.

Company pension scheme.

On-site parking.

Ongoing training and career developt

Supportive team environment with opps.

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in Leicester is seeking a motivated CAD/CAM Programmer to create, modify and nest sheet metal components for laser cutting and fabrication.

You will work with BySoft, Radan or Lantek, interpret drawings, optimise layouts and collaborate with production to meet deadlines. This full-time role offers training and career development within a growing business and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using CAD software, ideally BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
• Experience within the sheet metal industry, with knowledge of laser cutting and press braking (fabrication experience advantageous).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and convert designs from multiple formats into manufacturing programmes.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, proactive and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude and a flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Process customer drawings and specifications accurately and efficiently.
• Create, modify and nest sheet metal parts using CAD software such as BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
• Convert 2D and 3D CAD models, hand sketches and customer samples into production-ready programmes.
• Optimise nesting layouts to maximise material utilisation and minimise waste.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure programmes and drawings are suitable for manufacture and resolve any technical issues.
• Maintain accurate programming documentation, design revisions and process records.
• Prioritise workloads to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance programming efficiency and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company quality standards, health & safety procedures and customer requirements.

Skills

CAD software experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

BySoft

Radan

Lantek

Job description

Job Role: CAD/CAM Programmer

Location: Leicester

Shift: 8am to 4:30pm Mon to Fri

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Company pension scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Opportunity to join a growing business with ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop programming and manufacturing expertise.

About the Company

Our client is an established sheet metal manufacturer based in Leicester. They manufacture a wide range of sheet metal products and offer services including laser cutting, punching, folding, fabrication and powder coating. They produce everything in-house, supplying customers in the retail, industrial and merchandising sectors.

About the Role

They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented CAD/CAM Programmer to join an expanding Programming Department. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, modifying and nesting sheet metal components using CAD software to support efficient laser cutting and fabrication processes. Working closely with production and customers, you will ensure programmes are accurate, cost-effective and suitable for manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Process customer drawings and specifications accurately and efficiently.
• Create, modify and nest sheet metal parts using CAD software such as BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
• Convert 2D and 3D CAD models, hand sketches and customer samples into production-ready programmes.
• Optimise nesting layouts to maximise material utilisation and minimise waste.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure programmes and drawings are suitable for manufacture and resolve any technical issues.
• Maintain accurate programming documentation, design revisions and process records.
• Prioritise workloads to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance programming efficiency and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company quality standards, health & safety procedures and customer requirements.

Abut You

• Previous experience using CAD software, ideally BySoft, Radan or Lantek.
• Experience within the sheet metal industry, with knowledge of laser cutting and press braking (fabrication experience advantageous).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and convert designs from multiple formats into manufacturing programmes.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, proactive and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
Strong team player with a positive attitude and a flexible approach to work.