CAD Design Engineer

Our client is a leading manufacturer of bespoke engineered products, supplying solutions to a diverse range of industrial and commercial sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their engineering team.

About the Company

Our client is a leading manufacturer of bespoke engineered products, supplying solutions to a diverse range of industrial and commercial sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their engineering team.

The Role

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of bespoke mechanical products and engineered solutions. Using Autodesk Inventor, you will create detailed 3D models, technical drawings and manufacturing documentation to support production and project delivery.

Working closely with customers, project managers and manufacturing teams, you will ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design bespoke mechanical products and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor.
• Produce detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Interpret customer specifications, technical requirements and project briefs.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient and manufacturable.
• Support the quotation process by providing technical input and design concepts.
• Conduct design reviews and implement engineering improvements.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and health & safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, sales teams and suppliers.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, installation and commissioning phases.
• Contribute to product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in a mechanical design engineering role.
• Strong proficiency with Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience producing manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of sheet metal, fabrication and welded assemblies.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience designing fabricated and sheet metal products.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles.
• Experience working within a bespoke manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of relevant British and international engineering standards.
• Basic mechanical calculation and engineering analysis experience.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Committed to quality and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.

Ideal Candidate Profile

This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, Product Design Engineer or Project Design Engineer with strong Autodesk Inventor experience looking to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business where they can contribute to the design and development of bespoke engineered products.

This is a great opportunity for someone with excellent Inventor skills to join a growing business with a full order book and good opportunities to advance

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please be aware that the business will not Sponsor Overseas applicants.