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 SolidWorks.
* 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