CAD/CAM Programmer

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.

What You’ll Be Doing As a CAD/CAM Programmer:

• 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’re Looking For From a CAD/CAM Programmer:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 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

Desirable:

• 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