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Smith+Nephew · 7 hours ago

CAD & CAM Specialist

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Smith+Nephew is a leading company in the medical technology sector, and they are seeking a Level 4 CAD & CAM Specialist. This role involves developing and optimizing advanced CNC programs using Siemens NX, providing technical leadership, and mentoring others while driving improvements to meet operational, quality, and cost objectives.

Medical Device

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Create, optimize, and maintain advanced multi-axis CNC programs using Siemens NX

Lead CNC program prove-outs, troubleshoot issues, and implement durable corrective actions

Design fixtures, tooling concepts, and machining strategies for complex geometries and challenging materials

Develop and maintain work instructions, training materials, and technical process documentation

Support validation activities, including operator training, machining trials, and capability studies

Manage program directory structures to ensure file integrity, revision control, and regulatory compliance

Participate in equipment selection, capability evaluations, and technology or process upgrades

Demonstrate strong knowledge of CNC controllers such as Siemens, Fanuc, and Makino

Apply expertise across multiple equipment platforms, including mills, lathes, mill-turns, and wire EDM systems

Qualification

Siemens NX CAD/CAMCNC programmingMulti-axis machiningRobotic machiningCNC controllersProblem solvingLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentorship

Required

High school diploma required

8+ years CNC programming experience, including 5+ years in advanced Siemens NX CAD/CAM

Demonstrated experience in multi-axis milling, turning, and mill/turn programming with challenging geometry

Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in Siemens NX CAD/CAM, including modeling, drafting, simulation, and multi-axis toolpath creation

Creates and optimizes CNC programs for highly complex components with challenging geometry, tight tolerances, and specialized features

Leads the development of machining strategies, including tool selection, fixturing, sequencing, speeds, and feeds

Performs advanced troubleshooting across machining, geometry creation, and toolpath issues

Utilizes simulation/verification tools (Vericut, Powermill, Powershape, UG optimization tools) to ensure program integrity and eliminate machining risks

Solves complex machining, programming, and design-for-manufacturing challenges using structured analytical methods

Identifies opportunities for cycle time reduction, improved tool life, and optimized machining flow

Drives continuous improvement projects and provides technical recommendations for equipment or process upgrades

Anticipates potential production issues and takes proactive action to prevent downtime

Ensures programs meet all quality, safety, and regulatory requirements with minimal oversight

Oversees program prove-outs and leads corrective actions to achieve stable and repeatable machining processes

Maintains master program files with disciplined adherence to revision control and documentation standards

Meets deadlines and adapts to shifting production priorities to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing flow

Partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development, Operations, and Quality to ensure manufacturability and compliance

Leads cross-functional discussions to resolve technical issues and align on machining strategy

Provides input on tooling, fixtures, and equipment to support long-term manufacturing capability

Influences decision-making by presenting clear technical rationale for process changes or improvements

Communicates complex technical information in a clear, concise, and actionable manner—both verbally and in written instructions

Prepares detailed work instructions, validation documents, and training materials

Ensures transparent communication with production teams, engineers, and leadership on project status and improvement initiatives

Serves as a subject-matter expert (SME) in Siemens NX and advanced CNC programming

Coaches and mentors Level 1–3 programmers, machinists, and engineers in best practices, machining strategy, and CAD/CAM techniques

Assigns programming tasks to other team members and provides direction and feedback to ensure quality and consistency

Supports skill-building across the site and contributes to technical training initiatives