CAD Design Engineer

Job Location	Lount
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	25,000 - 35,000 per annum, inc benefits
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

CAD Design EngineerSalary Guide: £25,000 - £35,000 paOffice based in the Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire area -Own transport recommended due to locationEstablished industry leader in specialised vehicle solutions is looking to recruit a CAD Design Engineer to lead the CAD design engineering for all conversions, fabrication and electrical design. Your duties vary depending on the complexity of the projectsyou are working on. In addition, as a CAD Design Engineer you will be responsible for all areas of design and ensure were adhering to standard engineering practice.This is a customer facing role and you will be involved in all aspects of the project. The role requires someone to work closely with internal departments and transfer information from the sales documents and produce technical drawings for both internaland external suppliers.Key Roles and Duties:

Create high-quality detailed technical drawings and plans based on designs supplied by Sales and Engineering and make modifications to existing drawings

Use a variety of CAD software programmes, mainly SolidWorks to create designs in 2D and 3D models

Liaise with customers, engineers and designers to understand their design requirements and provide technical advice to manufacturing and construction technicians

Provide accurate, detailed and to scale drawings

Ensure drawings are compliant with industry and health and safety standards and protocols

Calculate costs and apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles to check feasibility of manufacture and construction of the product

Attend site visits and surveys when required

Present working drawings for use in all stages of the project, tender, manufacture/construction and conversion

Produce installation and manufacturing documentation

Maintain accurate records.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Significant experience in using computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks
Knowledge of engineering principles and ability to create and read technical drawings
Problem solving, creativity and innovation in order to come up with solutions to design problems
Teamwork - essential to be able to work in a team as youll be liaising with other CAD Technicians and Draughtspersons on projects
Organisation and time management to complete work to project deadlines
A flexible approach to decision making, to make changes to drawings at short notice
Attention to detail and accuracy in preparing drawing and other supporting materials
Focus and flexibility towards tasks and responsibilities expected in the role
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to deliver appropriate messages in a consistent and timely manner
Knowledge of health and safety requirements in order to design in line with industry standards
Good understanding of ISO 9001
Full driving licence

Desirable:

Experience in an automotive role (electrical or mechanical)
Experience working with sheet metal/fabrication
Leadership experience

Salary/Rate Guide: £25,000 - £35,000 paHours: Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 5.00pmLocation: Office based in the Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire areaOwn transport recommended due to locationThis is an office based positionPlease bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.

Keyskills :
AutoCADAutomotiveSolidworksvehical conversion

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