Job Title: CAD/Machinist (Temp to Perm)
Location: Newton Aycliffe
Hours: Monday to Thursday (39 hours/week, Fridays off)
Salary: 15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
About the Company:
Join a long-established and respected engineering firm based in Newton Aycliffe, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and employee development. With decades of experience in precision engineering, we offer a stable and supportive environment for skilled professionals to thrive.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated CAD/Machinist to join our team on a temp-to-perm basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in CAD and machining who is eager to grow within a reputable company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpret and work from engineering drawings
- Use CAD software such as AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or Delcam
- Create and modify engineering drawings for steel and aluminium moulds and mould parts
- Generate templates and post-process CAD files
- Work with both metric and imperial measurements
- Reverse engineer components and prepare CAD data for machining
- Operate lathes and/or machining centres
- Produce parts with complex profiles, contours, and diameters
Requirements:
- Proficiency in CAD software and machining processes
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Experience with both metric and imperial systems preferred
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn and participate in in-house training
- A practical CAD and drawing interpretation test will be conducted during the interview
Working Hours & Benefits:
4-day work week (Monday to Thursday)
Flexible working hours negotiable
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