CAD​/CAM Programmer

Job Information

Job Title:

CAD/CAM Programmer

Job Type: Days based, Perm

Location:

Quedgeley, Gloucestershire

Hours:

7am-4pm Mon‑Thurs / 7am-1pm Fri

Pay:
Circa £42,000 - £44,000 DOE

Our client has the state‑of‑the‑art equipment and provides precision engineering to a variety of projects, mainly focusing on the automotive, defence, medical, and nuclear industries.

CAD/CAM Programmer is responsible for creating, optimising, and managing CNC programmes using advanced CAD/CAM software. This role is fully offline programming and does not involve any hands‑on machining or shop‑floor responsibilities.

• Programme 3 & 5‑axis jobs using Alphacam and/or Fusion 360.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications to ensure accurate toolpath creation.
• Simulate and verify toolpaths to eliminate collisions and optimise cycle times.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting strategies, and machining parameters digitally.
• Collaborate with design engineers and manufacturing teams to improve manufacturability.
• Maintain and manage programme libraries, templates, and machining standards.
• Troubleshoot and refine programmes based on feedback (without operating machines).
• Ensure all programmes meet quality, safety, and production requirements before release.

• Minimum of 4 years programming experience.
• Alphacam and/or Fusion 360 experience is a must.

• Pension.
• 25 days holiday + bank days.
• Monthly bonus scheme (approx £2k per year).