CAD CAM Programmer

GTS Group Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GTS Group Ltd in Northampton is seeking an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer to join our precision engineering team. You will create CNC programs for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machines and develop efficient toolpaths and manufacturing strategies for complex components used in high-performance industries.

Working closely with the Engineering Manager and manufacturing team, you will interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerances to deliver accurate programs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as CAD/CAM Programmer in precision engineering.
• Experience programming 3-, 4- and 5-axis parts.
• Familiarity with HAAS, Belotti and HOMAG machines is a plus.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Create CNC programs for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machines.
• Develop efficient toolpaths and machining strategies.
• Collaborate with Engineering Manager to determine best manufacturing approach.
• Use CAD to design fixtures and workholding solutions.

Skills

CAD/CAM programming

3-5 axis machining

GD&T knowledge

Toolpath optimization

SolidWorks

Tools

SolidWorks

HAAS

Belotti

HOMAG

Job description

Know your way around complex 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC programming?

We're looking for an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer to join a growing advanced engineering manufacturer in Northampton, producing specialist components, patterns and moulds for some seriously interesting industries.

Think Formula 1, aerospace, automotive, marine and advanced engineering.

This is a programming role – you won't be required to operate or run the CNC machines.

Working alongside the Engineering Manager and manufacturing team, you'll be responsible for creating accurate, efficient CNC programs and developing the best manufacturing strategy for each job.

You’ll be:

• Creating CNC programs for 3, 4 and 5-axis machinery
• Programming HAAS, Belotti and HOMAG machines
• Developing efficient toolpaths and machining strategies
• Using CAD to design fixtures and workholding solutions
• Identifying tooling requirements for upcoming jobs
• Working from engineering drawings, GD&T and geometric tolerances
• Considering tolerances and surface finish requirements within your programming
• Working with the Engineering Manager to establish the most effective method of manufacture

What are we looking for?

You’ll need strong previous experience as a CAD/CAM Programmer / CNC Programmer within a precision engineering environment.

Experience using one or more of:

• Experience with SolidWorks would be useful, but isn't essential.

You’ll also need a good understanding of 3, 4 and 5-axis machining methods, toolpaths, tooling and workholding – but again, this isn’t a CNC Machinist position.

Experience within Formula 1, motorsport, aerospace or high-performance automotive would be particularly interesting.

Monday – Thursday: 07:45 – 16:15

Friday: 07:45 – 14:45

38.5 hours per week

And yes – early finish every Friday.

Interested?

If you're an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer, CAM Programmer, CNC Programmer, Offline Programmer or 5-Axis Programmer looking for your next position in the Northampton area, we'd like to hear from you.