Senior CAD​/CAM Design Engineer

Overview

I am recruiting on behalf of a valued manufacturing client for an experienced Senior CAD / CAM Designer Engineer to join their established CAD / CAM department. This is a permanent, office-based position within a modern, high-volume sheet metal engineering environment, supporting technically demanding projects across retail and lighting sectors. The role offers long-term stability and will suit a technically capable individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting, is comfortable working to deadlines, and can take ownership of producing accurate manufacturing drawings, CAM-ready data, and supporting BOMs to drive efficient production.

• Produce accurate manufacturing drawings and CAM-ready data
• Support Bills of Materials (BOMs) to drive efficient production
• Take ownership of manufacturing data and documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to clarify requirements and timelines
• Maintain high standards of quality and precision in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Extensive sheet metal design experience, with a minimum of 10 years in a manufacturing environment
• Proven proficiency in Solid Works for the production of manufacturing drawings
• Hands-on experience creating parts for CAM
• Working knowledge of CAM software, with experience of Radan or Amada preferred
• Experience producing bills of materials and supporting quotations
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with customers and internal teams
• Good standard of spoken and written English
• Good level of mathematical ability
• A professional work ethic and positive, reliable attitude

• Background in lighting product design
• Experience with in retail fabrication projects
• Relevant engineering qualifications

• Salary in the region of £37,500 to £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• £1,000 signing bonus payable after successful completion of a six-month probation period
• 39-hour working week with structured office-based shift options
• Opportunity to work within a large, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Long-term, stable employment with a reputable engineering business

This is a solid opportunity for an experienced CAD / CAM professional who wants a stable, technically focused role within a well-established manufacturing environment, where accuracy, pace, and experience are genuinely valued. If you are looking for a role where your output matters and your expertise will be relied upon day to day, I would welcome a confidential discussion.