CAM Programmer

CAM Programmer

What you will be doing:

As a CAM Programmer, you will take ownership of the manufacturing strategy for a diverse range of precision-engineered components. You will work closely with machinists, production engineers, and manufacturing teams to develop efficient machining processes that optimize quality, productivity, and cost.

The role involves programming complex multi-axis components manufactured from aerospace-grade materials such as Titanium, Inconel, Aluminium, and Steel, ensuring manufacturing excellence from concept through to production.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Create and optimize CAM programs using Siemens NX CAM software.
• Develop machining strategies for complex 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC components.
• Support the manufacture of high-precision components for Motorsport, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, and Medical industries.
• Collaborate with machine shop personnel to improve machining efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Generate and validate CNC programs through simulation and verification processes.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, and machining methods to achieve optimum results.
• Produce setup sheets and technical documentation to support production.
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and customer requirements.

What we’re looking for

Experience:

• Proven experience as a CAM Programmer within a precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in 5-axis CNC machining.
• Experience using Siemens NX CAM software (NX10 or higher preferred).
• Ability to create and manipulate 3D CAD models.
• Experience programming Heidenheim and Fanuc-controlled CNC machines.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, cutting tool technology, and material behaviour.
• Experience machining aerospace-grade materials including Titanium, Inconel, Aluminium, and Steel.
• Ability to optimize machining processes for small-to-medium batch production.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience within Motorsport, Aerospace, Defence, or Medical manufacturing sectors.
• Knowledge of CAD modelling and design for manufacture principles.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process validation and first-off inspection requirements.

What Belman Offers

• Free onsite parking
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and your Birthday off
• Company Pension Contribution
• Competitive salary package.
• Paid overtime opportunities
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology.
• Collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Exposure to prestigious projects across multiple high-performance industries.

About the Company

Established in 2016, Belman is a multi-site precision engineering specialist with facilities in Milton Keynes. We deliver turnkey solutions for the design, manufacture and assembly of high-precision components and assemblies for the Motorsport, Formula One™ and Automotive sectors. As a rapidly expanding business at the forefront of precision engineering, we are committed to delivering quality, innovation and operational excellence

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