CAD Designer / CNC Programmer

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a CAD Designer / CNC Programmer to join our client, an established manufacturing business based in Witham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to develop their career. The successful candidate will produce technical designs and manufacturing information, working closely with experienced designers and the production team to ensure orders are accurately prepared for manufacture.

The position would suit a recent engineering, product design or manufacturing graduate, an early-career CAD Designer, or someone with existing experience in design and CNC programming.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Producing accurate 2D and 3D technical drawings for manufacture.

• Creating and developing designs using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.

• Reviewing customer orders, drawings and specifications.

• Translating design information into accurate manufacturing instructions.

• Programming CNC machinery using VCarve or similar software.

• Preparing cutting files and toolpaths for production.

• Checking drawings, measurements and specifications before orders are released to manufacture.

• Working closely with the production team to resolve technical queries.

• Making design amendments where required.

• Supporting the continued improvement of design and manufacturing processes.

• Maintaining accurate drawing and project records.

• Assisting with technical issues throughout the manufacturing process.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• Experience using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD or comparable 3D CAD software.

• A relevant qualification in engineering, product design, manufacturing, CAD or a related subject would be advantageous.

• Experience using VCarve, Vectric or similar CNC programming software is highly advantageous 

• Able to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Strong numerical ability and excellent attention to detail.

• A practical understanding of how components are manufactured.

• Confident working with both design and production teams.

• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical issues.

• Willingness to learn new software and manufacturing processes.

• Graduates and applicants seeking to progress from a junior design or programming position are encouraged to apply.

Hours and Salary

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.

Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum, negotiable depending on experience.

The position offers full training on VCarve where required, support from two experienced designers and genuine opportunities for professional development and progression within the business.

Market 36 Recruitment Ltd covers a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance and IT. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.