CAD/CAM (COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN COMPUTER-AIDED MANUFACTURING) ENGINEERS (ENGINEERING OCCUPATIONS IN ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATED SYSTEMS) California Occupational Guide Number 2004 - C (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1996
THE JOB 
CAD/CAM Engineers are the experts on equipment and methods used in automation. They are responsible for the design and operation of the automated manufacturing system. Engineers use CAD to decide product structure and materials, and then to create the diagrams, drawings and specifications to manufacture the product. Engineers use CAM to determine processes and equipment needed for production, and to monitor and control the automated manufacturing of the product. CAD/CAM engineers have expertise in computer technology, manufacturing, electronics and mechanical engineering.
COMPENSATION
Wage information for this specialty is not available. The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), reported engineering graduates with a bachelor's degree can expect a starting salary of about $34,000. Graduates with a master's degree average about $39,200, and those with a Ph.D., $54,400.
REQUIREMENTS
RELATED JOB SKILLS
Knowledge of:
-- CAD/CAM
-- Computer technology
-- Electronics and mechanical technologies
-- Manufacturing technology
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
-- BS or MS in computer science or engineering specialty such as
electronics, computer, manufacturing, industrial or mechanical
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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