CAD Engineer

CAD Engineer

Our client, a long-established precision engineering business, is has an exciting opportunity for a CAD Engineer who’s looking to build on their existing skills and take the next step in their career within their team in Bristol. This is a great opportunity to work within the aerospace sector, supporting high-quality manufacturing through innovative tooling and CAD design.

What you will be doing:

• Creating 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings for customer products, tooling, and fixtures using SolidWorks.
  
  
• Designing and developing jigs, fixtures, and tooling to support machining, assembly, inspection, and testing processes.
  
  
• Collaborating with production, design, and quality teams to ensure tooling and documentation meet operational and technical requirements.
  
  
• Managing customer product data and revision control in accordance with company and AS9100 standards.
  
  
• Supporting process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce variation, and ensure Right First-Time production.
  
  What experience you need:
  
  
• Proven experience as a CAD Engineer, Tooling Engineer, or Design Engineer within aerospace, manufacturing, or precision engineering.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of CAD software, ideally SolidWorks.
  
  
• Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
  
  
• Familiarity with CNC machining, assembly processes, and aerospace-grade materials.
  
  
• HNC in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  
  Advantageous Experience (Not Essential):
  
  
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
  
  
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies to drive process efficiency.
  
  
• Skilled in identifying issues, analysing root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
  
  This is an excellent opportunity for a CAD Engineer to join a respected precision engineering company in Bristol, contributing to the development of high-quality aerospace tooling and components. If you’re seeking a hands-on design role with long-term career potential, apply now to be considered