CAD Draughtsperson​/Engineer

Position: CAD Draughts person / Engineer (Permanent)
CAD Draughts person / Engineer
Derby, Derbyshire

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (DOE)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (Half Day Friday)

The Company:
Our precision engineering client, specialise in high-performance metering pumps, hydraulic flow dividers, and dosing systems used in some of the world’s most demanding industries – from aerospace and medical to automotive and industrial coatings. With continued investment in innovation and manufacturing capability, they are committed to delivering ultra-precise components for a global customer base.

Due to continued growth and an increase in design workload, they are looking to expand their engineering team with the addition of a CAD Draughts person to support their Mechanical Design Engineers and help streamline operations from concept to production.

The Role:

As a CAD Draughts person, you’ll play a critical support role in the design office, transforming technical concepts into production-ready models and drawings. Working closely with experienced Mechanical Design Engineers, you’ll be responsible for:

Producing full 3D CAD models based on predefined technical specifications
Creating detailed 2D manufacturing drawings for the shop floor
Supporting design reviews and collaborating to ensure fit-for-purpose solutions
Working on components including gears, bearings, pumps, pipework, and fluid systems
Taking ownership of cradle-to-grave design packs from concept to fabrication
CAD work will be a mixture of 2D and 3D using Creo 11 (training available if needed).

The Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be a confident CAD technician or engineer with a strong background in metal component design. You’ll be working independently, so self-sufficiency and technical competence are key.

Experience & Attributes Desired:

Strong 3D and 2D modelling experience
Proficiency in CAD software – ideally Creo, but Solid Works or Inventor also acceptable
Experience working with machined metal components (e.g. jigs, fixtures, block metal)
Good understanding of design for manufacture
Happy in a focused, quiet office environment
Looking for long-term stability and job satisfaction
The Benefits:

Competitive salary up to £35k DOE
Early finish on Fridays (12pm)
Strong job security and a long-term position
Full CAD package training if required
Free on-site parking

How to Apply:

If you're a capable CAD Engineer looking for a stable, rewarding role in a specialist engineering business, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more details.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation