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Title: CAD Programmer
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Company Overview:
O’Carroll Engineering is an innovative, off-site modular engineering steel fabrication specialist. Established in 1990 we combine a highly skilled workforce with technologically advanced and digital fabrication methods to produce efficient-install solutions to industrial and construction markets. Specialists in modular walkways and access systems, stairs and modular apartment balconies. We understand that our work reflects on our client’s business and we foster a culture of every employee taking pride in their work to ensure our products enhance client projects.
O’Carroll Engineering is offering an opportunity to join our 150+ strong, highly skilled team and be a part of an innovative, technology-driven, industry-leading manufacturer. Our team members are at the core of our growth and we endeavour to strike the best possible work-life balance along with training and advancement opportunities to ensure we challenge and motivate employees.
Located in one of Ireland's most vibrant and scenic towns Killarney, we are proud that the majority of our staff have over five years of service with us. For more information visit www.ocarrollengineering.com.
General scope of role:
The CAD Programmer is part of the Drawing and Programming team. The Programmer will work with the drawing, programming and cutting departments to ensure CNC Cutting machines are programmed correctly and effectively to ensure optimisation of materials and machinery.
Main duties:
- Create cutting lists for Plasma, Laser and CNC Drill Machines
- Programme cutting lists for Plasma, Laser and CNC Drill Machines
- Input drawings on Lantek software to enable machines to read drawings
- Generate detailed Excel spreadsheets
- Liaise with Machines Operators, keeping their workload flowing
- Ensure customer requirements are met
- Minimise waste of materials and resources
- Maintain administrative functions associated with the various drawings
Minimum requirements of CAD Technician:
- Advanced CAD or Auto CAD qualification
- Experience in programming machinery, preferably Laser, Plasma of CNC Drill machines
- Previous experience in reading and interpreting drawings
- Mathematically minded, confident and capable in inputting and interpreting numerical data
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent Excel skills
- Fluency in the English language
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Proven ability to multi-task
- Flexibility to move between projects
The machines referred to above are those in use at the time of drafting this job specification. The CAD Programmer will be required to work with and additional machinery which may be acquired by the Company.
The CAD Programmer role requires a minimum of 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A reasonable level of overtime including Saturdays may be required to ensure the fulfilment of the requirements of this role.
Benefits of working with O’Carroll Engineering:
- Competitive Rates of Pay: Receive remuneration that reflects your skill and length of service.
- Training & Educational Opportunities: Grow professionally with our continuous learning and development programs.
- Team of Skilled Professionals: Work with, and learn from, a team of experienced colleagues in a collaborative, supportive, technology-driven and safe environment.
- Established Industry Presence: Join a growing company with over three decades of experience delivering modular steel fabrication solutions to construction and industrial segment
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person