Laser Cad Programmer

Wec Group Ltd; Darwen; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wec Group in Darwen, United Kingdom, is seeking a skilled CAD/CAM programmer/designer to create flat pattern parts from customer drawings in TruTops Boost, develop fold programs for brake presses, and nest parts for laser cutting with minimal waste. You will also produce basic shopfloor drawings and handle drawing approvals with customers.

The ideal candidate has strong CAD/CAM capabilities, experience in 2D/3D CNC cutting, and a solid knowledge of sheet metal fabrication.

Qualifications

• Fully competent in CAD/CAM software for part programming and design.
• Experience in 2D & 3D CNC cutting and brake press environments desirable.
• Solid knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.

Responsibilities

• Create flat pattern parts from customer drawings using TruTops Boost.
• Create fold programs for brake presses and nest parts for laser cutting with minimal waste.
• Produce basic detailed drawings to aid shopfloor activities such as folding, drilling, and tapping.
• Handle office administration duties as required by Programming Manager.
• Communicate with customers by phone and email for drawing approvals.

Skills

CAD/CAM Software

CNC Cutting (2D/3D)

Reading Technical Drawings

Sheet Metal Fabrication Knowledge

Communication Skills

Tools

TruTops Boost

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access (basics)

Job description

Responsibilities

• To create flat pattern parts from customer-supplied drawings in TruTops Boost
• To create fold programs for the brake presses and nest parts ready for laser cutting, with minimal material usage, in TruTops Boost
• To create basic detailed drawings to aid shopfloor (folding, drilling, tapping...)
• Office administration duties as required by Programming Manager
• To deal with customers both over the phone and email (for drawing approval/confirmation)

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Fully competent in using CAD/CAM Software
• Previous experience in a 2D & 3D CNC cutting and brake press environment is desirable
• A sound knowledge of materials and their grades is essential
• Previous experience with TruTops or TruTops Boost software packages is desirable although full training will be provided
• Fully understand technical drawings and develop flat pattern components, using tooling bend allowances/deductions
• A sound knowledge of sheet metal fabrication is essential
• Experience of Microsoft Access database systems is preferable but full training will be provided
• Use of Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Word, Outlook is essential
• Excellent organisational, numeracy and computer literacy skills and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal as you will be required to contact customers on a regular basis