CAD CAM Engineer

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business in West Yorkshire that is looking to strengthen its engineering team with the appointment of a CAD/CAM Engineer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded engineer with strong SolidWorks experience and exposure to fabrication processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming customer requirements into accurate manufacturing drawings and production-ready programmes, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Generate manufacturing documentation, bills of materials, and production packs.
• Create and optimise CAM programmes to support efficient manufacturing processes.
• Liaise closely with production, fabrication, and project teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable.
• Interpret customer specifications, technical drawings, and design requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• Assist with design modifications, engineering changes, and problem-solving activities on the shop floor.
• Ensure all drawings and documentation are maintained in line with company standards and revision controls.

About You

• Previous experience in a CAD/CAM Engineering, Design Engineering, or similar manufacturing-focused role.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks.
• Exposure to fabrication, sheet metal, welding, or general manufacturing environments.
• Experience creating detailed engineering drawings for manufacture.
• A solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production requirements.
• The ability to interpret technical specifications and customer drawings.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and production teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication techniques.