Cad Engineer

Our engineering & manufacturing clients based close to Havant have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Engineer to join their growing engineering team.

The successful candidate will have strong technical drafting and construction detailing experience, with a good understanding of building materials, construction methods and the interfaces between building structures and installed products.

2D CAD & Project Design

* Produce high-quality 2D technical and construction drawings using AutoCAD, including plans, sections, elevations, details and schematic drawings.

* Review and interpret architectural, construction and engineering drawings supplied by clients.

* Interpret survey information and incorporate relevant site conditions into project drawings.

* Understand building construction, materials and construction methods.

* Modify existing drawings and designs as required.

* Prepare drawing registers, schedules and associated technical documentation.

* Carry out quality checks on completed drawings to identify errors or discrepancies.

* Liaise with Project Managers, architects, engineers, designers and other relevant parties to understand and resolve design requirements.

* Work closely with the wider Design and Engineering team to ensure drawings are completed accurately and within project deadlines.

3D CAD & Manufacturing Design

Where required, support the Engineering and Manufacturing functions by:

* Producing 3D CAD models and assemblies, preferably using Solid Works.

* Producing detailed manufacturing and fabrication drawings.

* Developing and modifying components and assemblies with consideration for manufacturing methods, materials, tolerances and assembly.

* Preparing and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation.

* Working with Manufacturing to ensure designs are practical and suitable for production.

* Supporting the investigation and resolution of technical or manufacturing issues.

Required skills & experience:

* Experience using AutoCAD to produce accurate 2D technical/construction drawings.

* Proven experience producing detailed plans, sections and construction/interface drawings.

* Ability to read and interpret architectural, construction and engineering drawings.

* Good knowledge of building materials, construction methods and building structures.

* Ability to understand and detail the interface between a product and the surrounding building structure.

* Strong technical drafting and detailing skills.

Working hours
Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm

Friday - 8:00am – 3:00pm