CAD/CAM Engineer

Owen Daniels; Arkansas; On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels seeks a skilled CAD/CAM Engineer to join their team in Stone, Staffordshire. You will develop and optimise CNC machining processes for high-precision components, supporting NPI from quotation to production and driving continuous improvement.

Work closely with production, quality and engineering to ensure manufacturability and process capability, while selecting tooling and setups for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience as CAD/CAM Engineer, CNC Programmer or similar.
• Proficient programming 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC centres.
• Familiar with CAD/CAM software; Hypermill preferred.
• Background in precision engineering sectors (aerospace/defence/automotive).
• Strong understanding of tooling, fixtures and machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Program 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC machining centres using CAD/CAM software.
• Develop and optimise machining strategies to improve productivity and reduce cycle times.
• Support new product introduction from quotation through to production.
• Select tooling, fixtures and cutting strategies for efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with production, quality and engineering to improve manufacturability.
• Create and maintain documentation, setup sheets and work instructions.
• Identify process improvements using lean principles.

Skills

CAD/CAM engineering

CNC programming

Continuous improvement

NPI support

Machining processes

Tools

Hypermill

Job description

CAD/CAM Engineer

Full-Time, Permanent

Stone, Staffordshire

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you an experienced CAD/CAM Engineer or CNC Programmer looking to work on complex, high-precision components in a modern manufacturing environment?

Our client is seeking a CAD/CAM Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in developing and optimising machining processes, supporting new product introduction, and improving manufacturing performance across a diverse range of precision-engineered components.

As a CAD/CAM Engineer, you will be responsible for developing efficient CNC machining processes and supporting production from quotation through to manufacture. Working closely with engineering, production and quality teams, you will help deliver high-quality, cost-effective manufacturing solutions while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Description

• Program complex 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machining centres using CAD/CAM software.
• Develop and optimise machining strategies to improve productivity and reduce cycle times.
• Support new product introduction activities from quotation through to production.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures and cutting strategies to maximise efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to minimise downtime.
• Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams to improve manufacturability and process capability.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, setup sheets and work instructions.
• Identify and implement process improvements using lean manufacturing principles.
• Provide technical support and guidance to machinists and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards and health & safety requirements.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a CAD/CAM Engineer, CNC Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.
• Strong experience programming 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machining centres.
• Experience using CAD/CAM software, (Hypermill experience highly advantageous)
• A background within precision engineering, aerospace, defence, automotive, motorsport or similar manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling and fixture selection.
• Experience supporting NPI and process improvement activities.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to engineering challenges.