CAD/CAM Programmer

Overview

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Elevation are working on a fantastic opportunity for a reputable business based in Sheffield who are looking to further expand their engineering teams with a CAD/CAM Programmer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who would like their voice to be heard, work as part of a team and bring fresh insights to the team by supporting continuous improvement, growth and innovation.

As a CAD/CAM engineer you will play a key role in taking products from concept to production, making sure they’re built in the most cost-effective and efficient way possible.

This role involves working closely with Operations, Quality, Planning, and customers to ensure everything runs smoothly; from early design input to solving problems on the shop floor. You’ll manage multiple engineering projects, improve processes, reduce costs, and help us deliver world-class parts, particularly for the aerospace and orthopaedics industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple engineering projects, tracking progress and flagging risks early
• Own the manufacturing process for your assigned programs to ensure smooth production
• Represent Engineering in daily operations meetings and help drive resolution of actions
• Provide cost estimates and technical input for customer quotations
• Monitor project costs and work to stay within targets
• Use your experience to improve machining processes and reduce cycle times
• Solve production issues using tools like 8D or DMAIC
• Program CNC machines (multi-axis, mill-turn, turning) using CAM software (Hypermill, MasterCam)
• Design fixtures and tooling using CAD (preferably Siemens NX)
• Create in-process documentation and prints
• Work closely with Planning, Quality, Production and customers

What We\\u2019re Looking For

• Strong background in CNC programming and machining
• Experience with CAM systems such as Hypermill, Mastercam, or Vericut
• CAD experience, ideally Siemens NX
• Solid understanding of Lean principles and process optimisation
• Confident with GD&T and reading technical drawings
• Familiarity with ERP systems (creating BOMs, routings, item masters)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Aerospace and/or orthopaedics manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of process capability and measurement systems
• Skilled in cost estimating and project tracking

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in engineering or a degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• Location notes: Leeds, Bradford, Scunthorpe with indicative salaries as listed
• Leeds: £50k – 70k per year + benefits package
• Bradford: £50k – 55k per year + bonus + benefits package
• Scunthorpe: £40k – 42k per year + benefits package

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