SUMMARY:
RecruitPro Solutions is partnering with a leading global design and contract manufacturing company to recruit a CAD/CAM Engineer for their Parts Manufacturing department based in the Netherlands. Our client is a top-tier mechatronic systems provider serving world-class OEM companies across the semiconductor, medical, analytical, and solar industries. With multiple production facilities worldwide, they specialise in delivering high-quality mechanical components, modules, and complete systems within highly automated production environments. This is an opportunity to join a technically advanced team where you will combine technology and innovation to achieve production objectives and continuously improve processes.
POSITION INFO:
Duties & Responsibilities
- Program new orders and complex multi-axis products using CAD/CAM systems such as Siemens NX, Hypermill, or Mastercam
- Define, optimise, and automate production processes from NPI stage through to serial production
- Conduct thorough intake and problem analysis of each assignment, exploring possible solutions and mapping the technical impact on product, process, and organisation
- Set up and manage machine models and generate machining operations within CAM systems
- Perform machining simulations using Vericut and Vericut Force, and write probing programs
- Develop, maintain, and apply macros for the effective use of CAD/CAM systems
- Design fixtures and tooling using CAD software
- Define standard setups and product-specific fixtures to achieve optimal machining processes
- Actively improve existing programs with a focus on cycle time reduction and cost savings
- Support production management in improving product and process quality, technology, working methods, and costs
- Collaborate closely with Factory Engineering and shopfloor teams
Experience & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience at bachelor level
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a production engineering environment with a strong focus on process automation, including PLM, standardisation, tool data management, and related technologies
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining, including feeds and speeds, materials, cutting tools, fixtures, and clamping technology
- Solid experience in NC programming for milling machines in NPI stage and beyond
- Proven track record of improving existing programs, reducing cycle times, and lowering costs
- Experience measuring and working with tight tolerances on complex, high-accuracy parts
- Knowledge of and experience with systems such as Soflex, TDM, Vericut, Vericut Force, and Siemens NX
- Familiarity with machining strategies, setup techniques, and the use of modern cutting tools for different material types
- Proactive, analytical, and results-oriented mindset
- Strong communicator and effective team player
