CAD / CAM Programmer

ADS Laser Cutting; Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal laser cutting company is seeking a motivated CAD / CAM Programmer. The role involves creating precision engineering drawings and CNC programs for sheet metal manufacturing. Candidates should have proficiency in CAD software, a strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to liaise with clients and ensure high-quality results.

Benefits

Non-contractual quarterly bonus scheme

Life assurance

Additional holiday entitlement

Christmas shutdown

Onsite gym

Pension scheme

Training and development investment

Company-provided workwear and PPE

Onsite parking

Staff canteen

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of sheet metal manufacturing processes.
• High proficiency in MS Office/Office365, particularly Excel and Teams.
• Ability to maintain concentration throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate CAD/CAM profiles per client requests.
• Generate CNC programs to optimize laser efficiency and material savings.
• Modify CAD programs and ensure effective communication with clients.

Skills

2D CAD software

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Tools

AutoCAD

TruTops

Trumpf CAM software

Job description

ADS Laser Cutting is the premier metal laser cutting, folding, fabrication, finishing and assembly company in the UK. We're a family-run business with a passion for quality and a commitment to exceptional service. We work on a wide range of projects, from intricate designs to volume components, and our work is found in places like Siemens’ rail systems, London underground (TfL) trains, Lancôme Fragrances displays.

Our success is built on our team of highly skilled and valued employees. Their expertise and dedication translate into exceptional service and quality for our customers. Since our founding, ADS has grown tremendously year-on-year. This is thanks to our continued investment in the latest technology, machinery, infrastructure, and most importantly, our talented people. We now employ over 100 employees in our 87,000 square foot facility, ensuring we have the resources to deliver exceptional results on every project

Due to continued growth we are seeking a highly motivated CAD / CAM Programmer

Role Profile

The role is to produce high quality and dimensionally accurate engineering drawings and CNC programs for the manufacturing of sheet metal to client orders and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Create accurate CAD/CAM profiles in line with client’s requests/order.
• Create CNC programs using those profiles that promote efficiency in laser time, and savings in material.
• Create manufacture drawings for press, fabrication and assembly operations.
• Modify and update CAD/CNC where needed in a timely manner
• Ensure good housekeeping and drawing control of programs is maintained.
• Clearly communicate with clients about order requirements, remaining professional and approachable at all times.
• Create bill of material lists, that will be submitted to the purchasing team and used to ensure all components for an order have sufficient resources to be completed.
  
  

Skills, Experience & Personal Attributes

A successful candidate will...

• Have a strong understanding of 2D CAD software, preferably AutoCAD or TruTops
• Have a strong knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes, and sheet metal developments.
• Have a high proficiency in MS Office/Office365 products, specifically within Excel and Teams.
• Preferably have experience with Trumpf CAM software, although this is not a requirement.
  
  

A successful candidate should...

• Be able to remain focused and maintain concentration throughout a project’s lifecycle.
• Be able to maintain a high level of attention to detail, and quality of work.
• Have good communication skills, both internally with colleagues, and externally with clients.
• Demonstrate an honest and positive attitude to work, with an accepting view on changes to procedure.
  
  

A successful candidate would ideally...

• Display critical thinking and innovative problem solving
• Have a passion for delivering a high caliber of work
• Be looking to build a career within a fast-growing business.
  
  

This position is required to be 100% site based.

Benefits

• Salary - £27,000 - £32,000 DOE
• Non-contractual quarterly bonus scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Above statutory holiday entitlement with additional service linked holiday.
• Christmas shutdown for one week.
• 40 hour working week, working Monday to Friday 07.30 - 4.00pm
• Onsite gym.
• Pension scheme.
• Commitment to investing in training and development.
• Company-provided workwear and PPE.
• Onsite parking.
• Staff canteen.
• Employee Assistance Program.
  
  

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and why they are the ideal candidate for this position.

STRICTLY NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES