CAD Engineer

An established and technical product design, development and engineering organisation is seeking a CAD Engineer to support a major CAD system transition and strengthen its technical capability.

The main emphasis of the role, particularly over the first 12–18 months, will be hands-on CAD conversion work, focused on transferring existing product designs from SolidEdge into Creo. The business has recently standardised Creo as its primary CAD platform and holds a significant backlog of legacy products that need to be accurately re-modelled, re-documented, and validated within the new system. This work is essential to ensuring long-term design integrity, effective change management, and ongoing manufacturing support.

Experience with Creo would be an advantage, but it is not essential. Engineers with strong experience in other CAD packages (i.e. SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or similar) will be fully supported in transitioning to Creo, provided they demonstrate solid modelling fundamentals and a willingness to learn.

For the right individual, there is potential for the position to evolve beyond CAD conversion. Once the legacy backlog has reduced, the role may develop into a more design-orientated position, offering involvement in product improvements, engineering changes, and new design activity.

This opportunity would suit a graduate looking to secure their first role in industry, as well as an experienced CAD Engineer who enjoys structured technical work with a defined pathway toward broader design responsibility.

 

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D CAD models for existing product ranges
• Create accurate and controlled 2D engineering drawings
• Implement design updates as part of formal engineering change activity
• Support new and modified products through drawing release and BOM creation
• Migrate designs between different CAD platforms where required
• Produce and evaluate 3D-printed prototypes when appropriate
• Apply geometric tolerancing and ensure critical features are clearly defined
• Log and maintain design data and engineering records within a PLM system
• Communicate technical information clearly through written documentation and verbal discussion
• Manage your own workload effectively while supporting team priorities
• Contribute ideas that improve processes, tools, and ways of working
• Undertake additional engineering tasks where required by the business

 

Skills & Experience

• Degree/HND (or equivalent) in an engineering-related discipline
• Practical experience using modern 3D CAD software
• Strong understanding of BS 8888 principles
• High attention to detail with an organised approach to work
• Confident communicator with good written and verbal skills
• Logical, solution-focused mindset
• Competent and professional computer usage

 

Personal Attributes

• Motivated, resilient, and deadline-driven
• Comfortable working independently and managing priorities
• Takes pride in producing high-quality engineering outputs
• Positive attitude when tackling new or complex challenges
• Able to juggle multiple tasks without losing focus
• Willing to contribute beyond own responsibilities when needed

 

This is a great opportunity to develop your career in a supportive engineering team, gaining exposure to real-world products, structured design processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role offers genuine scope for learning and progression, whether you're starting out or building on existing experience. Apply now for immediate consideration.

 

 

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