CAD Cam Engineer

CAD CAM EngineerBased in WolverhamtponFull Time£45000 basic + benefits
Overview of CAD CAM Engineer RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CAD/CAM Engineer to support our manufacturing operations through the creation, development, and optimisation of CNC machining programs using Autodesk Fusion 360. The successful candidate must be fully trained and competent in both CAD and CAM disciplines, with the ability to produce efficient CNC programs for a variety of machining applications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and productivity.
Benefits of CAD CAM Engineer

• Competitive salary - upto £45000 DOE
• 4 day week
• 42 hours (Mon-Thur)
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Company bonus scheme • Career progression opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension enrolment
• Onsite parking
• Onsite canteen

Key Responsibilities of a CAD CAM Engineer:This specification is suitable for a fully trained CAD/CAM professional whose primary responsibility is generating and optimising CNC programs within Fusion 360 while supporting production and continuous improvement activities.
• Create, modify, and optimise CNC machining programs using Autodesk Fusion 360.
• Generate toolpaths, post-process programs, and verify operations through simulation.
• Produce accurate 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, and technical data.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, work-holding methods, and machining processes.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to support manufacturing objectives. • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle times and manufacturing costs.
• Maintain program libraries, tooling databases, and revision control processes.
• Assist with machine setup and prove-out of new CNC programs on the shop floor.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, health and safety requirements, and manufacturing procedures.
Skills required for CAD CAM Engineer:

• Degree, HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a design engineering environment.
• Proven experience as a CAD/CAM Engineer, CNC Programmer, or Manufacturing Engineer.
• Extensive experience creating CNC programs using Autodesk Fusion 360.
• Strong knowledge of CNC milling and turning processes.
• Experience with CNC machine setup and program verification.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications. • Design manufacturing jigs and fixtures
• Fully trained and proficient in both CAD and CAM software.

If you feel this role of CAD CAM Engineer is suitable, match the criteria and Wolverhampton is a suitable work location = apply toady and a member of the Innov8 team will contact you once your CV has been reviewed.