CAD Engineer / AutoCAD Technician

Our client is a successful and well-established manufacturer.  Due to positive developments within the company, they are currently recruiting for a CAD Engineer to join their team.  This role would suit someone from an engineering background with experience of AutoCAD / Inventor who is eager to learn and grow their skills with the company. 

• Hours of work: Monday – Thursday 6:40am - 4:45pm (38 ½ working week).


• Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 per year, depending on experience.

Main Duties:

• Create 3D CAD drawings of new and existing parts using Inventor.


• Create 2D engineering / manufacturing drawings from 3D CAD models using AutoCAD.


• Manage the processing of 3D printed prototypes using in-house machines, revising designs based on model testing.


• Consulting with Machining, Welding, and Assembly Line departments.


• Revise and update existing drawings reflecting design changes in conjunction with the Technical Manager.


• Create and keep service manuals up to date.


• Establish filing guidelines for drawings to maintain up-to-date drawings to put into the vault.


• Create patent application drawings.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience (preferably from an Engineering / Automotive background).


• A confident user of AutoCAD and Inventor.


• Ability to use own initiative.


• Flexible attitude to work.


• Good attention to detail.

Previous relevant backgrounds for example; AutoCAD Technician / CAD Engineer / CAD Draughtsman / Draughtsperson / CAD Technician / Design Engineer / other similar CAD based Engineering role.