Senior CNC Programmer & Tooling Specialist – Automotive

Brace Able Manufacturing; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Brace Able Manufacturing in Durban, South Africa, is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to design and optimise tooling and processes for automotive metal stamping. You will generate CNC programs, set up machines, and create precise drawings to meet design specifications.

You will mentor apprentices, support toolroom and production teams, and ensure quality through documentation and regular maintenance checks. The role requires strong CAD/CAM capabilities and CATIA experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient in 2D and 3D parametric CAD software.
• Proficient in 3D machining/CAM software and CNC programming.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in an automotive metal stamping environment. CATIA experience.

Responsibilities

• Generate CNC programs in accordance with tooling designs for jigs and fixtures.
• Program CNC milling machines and other CNC machinery.
• Create and annotate 2D and 3D drawings and assemblies.
• Coach and mentor Toolroom apprentices and trainees.
• Provide programming support for tool repairs and modifications.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on CNC machines and wire-cut machines.

Skills

2D/3D CAD software

CNC programming

3D CAM software

CATIA experience

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Brace Able Manufacturing in Durban, South Africa, is seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to design and optimise tooling and processes for automotive metal stamping. You will generate CNC programs, set up machines, and create precise drawings to meet design specifications.

You will mentor apprentices, support toolroom and production teams, and ensure quality through documentation and regular maintenance checks. The role requires strong CAD/CAM capabilities and CATIA experience.