CAD​/CAM Engineer Apprentice

Simpson Patterns Limited are looking for a CAD/CAM Engineer Apprentice to complete a Level 3 Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician apprenticeship.

Working in a fast-paced department you will work on a range of projects, from large-scale themed products to one-off jigs. You will need to use your skills to complete the required workload to the customer specifications, which may vary by job. You will need an eye for detail and be committed to delivering high-quality results. You will be able to work independently or within a team to achieve team targets.

This position reports to the Technical Manager.

Role & responsibilities:

• Design, develop and engineer high-quality models using 3D and 2D CAD tools – Autodesk Power shape software
• Turn customer models / drawings into usable CAD data for the CNC machines
• Take CAD instructions / models and create toolpaths / programmes using CAM software
• Setting up, running and maintaining CNC machines
• Create drawings of products, ensuring they are produced to a good standard
• Liaise with customers to ensure the models / drawings meet their requirements
• Use 3D scanning equipment and Polyworks metrology software to scan and check a variety of products
• Inspecting finished products for accuracy and quality, identifying any defects
• Wrapping products ready for dispatch
• Assisting with dispatch of products in line with delivery notes
• Keep control of stock, notifying Manager of any shortages prior to running out
• Record daily time spent on jobs on a weekly time sheet
• Keep work area clean and tidy
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE
• Follow internal processes and procedures
• Meet production targets and deadlines
• Help develop and improve processes to improve quality and efficiency

Skills required:

• Punctuality and good attendance (essential)
• Able to work in a team and independently (essential)
• Experience of CAD & CAM software (preferred)
• Ability to read engineering drawings (preferred)

Personal qualities the candidate must have:

• Self-motivated
• Proactive – use initiative where possible

We are a growing manufacturing company with over 20-years of experience. Our main area of work includes making patterns for foundries and the automotive industry, delivering nationwide. We provide scanning facilities for existing projects, or as part of our quality inspection process. We also offer larger-scale theming products, such as the Bears of Sheffield in 2021.

Things to consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study. You will return to your workplace one Friday per month. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Advanced apprenticeships entry requirements

You will need both of the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.