CAD/CAM Programmer & Designer

CAD/CAM Programmer & Designer in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear | MTrec Commercial My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers CAD Draughtsman MTrec Recruitment Killingworth, Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE12) From £30,000 to £40,000 per annum 2 weeks ago Design Engineer (AutoCAD / Architectural Metalwork) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Durham (DH1) £35000 - £40000 per annum + + Training + Progression 1 week ago Product Design Technician - Level IV Cummins Darlington, County Durham Competitive 1 week ago Mechanical Design Engineer MTrec Recruitment Gateshead, Tyne and Wear From £40,000 to £45,000 per annum 1 month ago Junior Mechanical Design Engineer MTrec Recruitment Hartlepool, County Durham From £30,000 to £42,000 per annum 1 month ago Electronics Design Engineer Catalyst Hebburn (NE31) Attractive salary & benefits package 1 week ago Engineering Graduate - Newcastle Hackajob Ltd Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE1), NE1 £10k - £40k per year 4 weeks ago Estimating Engineer Staff Power Group Limited Consett, County Durham 6 days ago Mechanical Design Engineer - Creo Redline Group Ltd Dunston, Gateshead (NE11), NE11 0QD Negotiable 2 weeks ago Architectural Technician Ernest Gordon Recruitment Darlington (DL1) £40000 - £50000 per annum + Hybrid / Flexible Working 1 month ago CAD/CAM Programmer & Designer MTrec Commercial Gateshead, Tyne and Wear Permanent Published: 1 month ago From £40,000 to £46,000 per annum Apply Save CAD/CAM Programmer & Designer MTrec Commercial Apply Rewards & Benefits on Offer; Competitive starting salary Healthy work/life balance Company pension scheme 25 days holiday plus public holidays Ongoing training and development opportunities Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies A collaborative and supportive working environment Genuine opportunity to influence processes and contribute to business growth The Company you will be working with; MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our industry leading client due to continued growth, on their search for an experienced CAD/CAM Programmer & Manufacturing Engineer to join their engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys combining design, programming, and manufacturing engineering to bring innovative products to life. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing manufacturing processes, creating CNC programs, supporting new product introduction, and driving continuous improvement across the business. The Role you will be doing; Reporting to the Technical & Quality Manager, the CAD/CAM Programmer & Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for creating manufacturing-ready designs, programming CNC equipment, and supporting the production team to ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on role that requires both technical expertise and a practical approach to problem-solving. Key Responsibilities Create and optimise CNC machining programs using CAD/CAM software. Produce 3D models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation. Use SolidWorks to develop and maintain product and assembly designs. Utilise Rhino (Rhinoceros 3D) for complex modelling and customer-specific design requirements. Generate production-ready artwork, engraving files, and technical graphics using Adobe Illustrator . Support the introduction of new products from concept through to production. Develop manufacturing methods, tooling requirements, and setup instructions. Work closely with Production and Quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve manufacturability. Drive continuous improvement activities focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction. Support route creation, process planning, and manufacturing documentation. Ensure compliance with company quality, health & safety, and customer requirements. About You; Essential Experience & Qualifications HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design, or Production Engineering. Proven experience in a CAD/CAM Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer, or similar role. Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks . Experience using Rhino (Rhinoceros 3D) Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator . Experience generating CNC programs using CAD/CAM software. Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes and CNC machining. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Desirable Experience Experience within plastics, polymers, composites, or precision manufacturing. Knowledge of CNC milling and multi-axis machining. Fixture and tooling design experience. Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. New Product Introduction (NPI) experience. Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems. 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