CAM engineer

Frencken is a high-precision manufacturing partner for the world's most demanding industries - semiconductor equipment, medical technology, and analytical systems. We're part of Frencken Group, a listed high-tech company with a global footprint. We are a team of specialists who know each other, take pride in the work, and combine the most modern production technologies with genuine craftsmanship. Informal culture, short lines, and a shared standard of excellence.

Your role  As CAM Engineer, you sit at the starting point of every new product we make. In our Work Preparation department you translate customer drawings and specifications into the working method, sequence, and processing conditions that bring each part to life. You define the routing across departments and machines, and you make the call on clamping, tool lists, fixtures, and CNC programs for every operation.
What you'll do   Prepare production orders and guide them through the production process
Write CNC programs in Top Solid 7
Define routing, clamping strategies, tool lists, and fixtures per operation
Coordinate with the Quality department throughout production
Coordinate and optimise operations to improve quality, throughput, and cost
What you bring   Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
At least 7 years' experience in CNC milling, including 5+ years as a CAM programmer

Experience with CAM systems and macro programming (machining centres and rotary-milling combinations)
Solid knowledge of materials, machining technology, clamping technology, and CNC production
Proactive, flexible, and ambitious to work at the sub-micron level
Fluent in English, spoken and written
Nice to have   Knowledge of Siemens 840D control
Dutch language skills
Who you are  An expert in machining - especially CNC milling - with strong technical insight and an eye for optimisation. You're proactive, flexible, and genuinely energised by working on products where tolerances are measured in microns and there's no room for guesswork. You think in processes, spot the smarter route, and bring people with you.
What we offer  CAO Metalektro employment conditions and a competitive salary
27 vacation days + 13 CAO (ADV) days
Bonus scheme
Informal, collegial culture where every individual matters
Challenging high-tech projects with passionate colleagues
Opportunities to develop and grow
Why Frencken?  You'll work on products that truly matter, for customers with the highest standards, in an organisation that never stops getting better. Craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement every single day.
Ready to program the parts that push technology forward?