CAD / CAM Programmer

ADS Laser Cutting; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Entry Level Computer Aided Design Programmer. The role involves producing high-quality engineering drawings and CNC programs for sheet metal manufacturing. Candidates should have a strong understanding of CAD software and manufacturing processes, along with good communication skills. This position is 100% site-based, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Non-contractual quarterly bonus scheme

Life assurance

Above statutory holiday entitlement

Christmas shutdown

Onsite gym

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, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate CAD/CAM profiles and CNC programs.
• Modify and update CAD/CNC as needed.
• Communicate with clients about order requirements.

Skills

2D CAD software

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

TruTops

Trumpf CAM

Job description

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.

• 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.
• 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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