Sheet Metal CAD/CAM CNC Programmer

Outsource Vista; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsource Vista is seeking a skilled CAD/CAM Programmer with experience in sheet metal fabrication to convert engineering drawings into production-ready CNC programs for cutting and punching. The role involves optimizing programs, creating flat patterns, and preparing nesting layouts for efficient production.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on CNC programming experience and proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Dr.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD/CAM programming within a sheet metal manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CNC laser cutting, punching, or related fabrication equipment.
• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Dr. ABE, or comparable CAD/CAM software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Hands-on CNC programming experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for sheet metal fabrication equipment.
• Create and modify sheet metal designs, flat patterns, and manufacturing drawings.
• Prepare nesting layouts and machine-ready files.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Work with production teams to troubleshoot programming and manufacturing issues.
• Improve material utilization, accuracy, and production efficiency

Skills

CAD/CAM programming

Sheet metal fabrication

CNC machine programming

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting manufacturing issues

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Dr. ABE

Job description

Outsource Vista is seeking a skilled CAD/CAM Programmer with experience in sheet metal fabrication to convert engineering drawings into production-ready CNC programs for cutting and punching. The role involves optimizing programs, creating flat patterns, and preparing nesting layouts for efficient production.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on CNC programming experience and proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Dr.