Computer Aided Design (CAD) Engineer

Swift; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector in the United Kingdom is seeking a CAD Engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing drawings and support data. The successful candidate will provide innovative CAD solutions to enhance technical leadership, meet strict timelines, and ensure compliance with legislation. Ideal candidates will have CAD experience, knowledge of the caravan industry, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic environment renowned for quality construction and stylish design.

Qualifications

• Qualified in the use of CAD with experience within a drawing office.
• Knowledge of construction, materials & engineering practices in the industry.
• Ability to analyze problems and provide robust solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure CAD drawings meet the highest standards and timelines.
• Generate ideas to maximize CAD efficacy for product improvements.
• Provide detailed CAD designs and address technical issues.

Skills

Qualified in the use of CAD

Knowledge of caravan or similar furniture construction

Good problem solving skills

Strong verbal & written communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Job description

Overview

CAD Engineer Team Swift are recruiting a CAD Engineer who will be responsible for the development and maintenance of manufacturing drawings and support data, ensuring that new drawings and updates meet the full aspirations of the Company and its customers.

The Opportunity

The CAD Engineer will be responsible for the development and maintenance of manufacturing drawings and support data, ensuring that new drawings and updates meet the full aspirations of the Company and its customers. The ideal candidate will be a creative and innovative individual who has experience using CAD and who has worked within the caravan or similar furniture, kitchen or bathroom industry.

You will have the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, dynamic environment renowned for innovation, quality construction, stylish design and outstanding value! The product Development department generate and maintain engineering drawings and bill of materials for every model, hundreds of drawing are created, modified and issued every week.

Main Responsibilities

• To ensure all CAD drawings and its supporting information is produced and maintained to the highest standard and within the agreed timescales
• To be a valued member of the CAD Group by generating ideas and suggestions to help ensure that the full benefits of the CAD packages are maximized for both the product and process improvements
• Provide highly detailed CAD designs and drawings which offer innovative solutions to address the underlying issues of weight, cost and complexity, thereby enhancing the Companys reputation for technical leadership
• To update and maintain drawings in a clear and simple format and which does not detract from the original design intent
• Meet strict timescale and cost targets
• Ensure that products and modules comply with the required legislation and type approval requirements at all times
• Accurately assess the impacts of change and communicate accordingly
• Support meetings with attendance and reports as required
• Compliance with Health & Safety requirements

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Qualified in the use of CAD, or experience of CAD drawings within a drawing office
• Knowledge of caravan or similar furniture construction, materials & engineering practices in the industry
• Knowledge of BOMS
• Experience of using engineering change (MIR) systems
• Has an understanding and interest of technical advances in some relevant areas such as new materials and weight savings
• Ability to work well under pressure to achieve deadlines
• Good problem solving skills being able to analyse problems and establish the root cause providing robust solutions
• High level of accuracy in work and strong attention to detail
• Flexible, adaptable, enthusiastic and motivated
• Strong verbal & written communication skills