CAD CAM Programmer

Pegbox is recruiting experienced CAD/CAM Programmers to join our new client on an permanent positions based in the East of England.

These are exceptional opportunities to work on exclusive, bespoke and top-class automotive projects.

Main responsibilities:

  • As the CAD/CAM Programmer, you will be responsible for the programming of the 3 and 5 axis CNC Centres. This is for the manufacturing prototypes, first offs, limited edition or production runs of tooling and high value components.
  • The vast majority of materials will be aluminium, but a good understanding of carbon fibre and other composite materials would be a plus.
  • If you are familiar with other materials such as plastics, stainless steel, titanium and more, it would also be an advantage.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • As the CAD/CAM Programmer, you will also be expected to use your CAD skills to draw fixtures for one off or productions runs solutions.
  • As a key member of staff, you will work closely with the shop floor to help streamline the machining process. You will assist the in-house design team with feedback on machining feasibility of complex components and tooling.
  • You will assist the in-house training program by training apprentices and other team members when required

Experience required:

  • You will have demonstrable experience working as a CAD/CAM programmer. Your experience will be gained from a precision engineering environment.
  • Your background will be from areas such as automotive, aerospace, motorsport or equivalent.
  • You will have expert knowledge of aluminium machining, and ideally others such as carbon fibre, etc.

Software requirement

Our client uses Hypermill and HyperCAD software.

  • If you want to apply to work for as a contractor, will be expected to know this software.
  • If you apply to the permanent position, you will receive training if required. You will have experience with other software to qualify for training.

These positions are exceptional opportunities and will suit candidates who are keen to make an impact in a specialist sector as well as continue to grow their own skill set.