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CAD engineer - 3D CAD

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Basingstoke, Hampshire
13 months ago
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Job Title: CAD Engineer
Location: Basingstoke

Salary: approximately £30,000 per annum but will pay more for the right person

Terms

Permanent, Full Time
37.5 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30
Friday: 08:00 - 14:00Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Employer pension contribution
Free onsite parking
Employee Assistance Program (24/7 helpline)
Contribution to professional memberships (up to £250 per year)

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

HND or advanced apprenticeship in engineering or a related field, or minimum 2 years' relevant work experience
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or similar)Desirable:

Degree in engineering or a related discipline
Experience within the Automotive or Aerospace industries

Key Responsibilities

Core Duties:

Develop technical designs using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) for manufacturing processes
Generate engineering/manufacturing drawings and detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Design jigs, fixtures, and tools required for production
Collaborate across departments to ensure all process and equipment needs are integrated throughout the product lifecycle
Review and refine manufacturing processes in line with SOPs, drawings, and quality controls
Work with the Quality team to update and maintain SOPs/work instructions
Assist in identifying and investigating quality non-conformances and implement corrective actions
Enhance existing product designs and drawings to improve quality, cost-efficiency, and delivery performance

Additional Duties:

Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
Identify and support cost-saving opportunities through process reviews

How to apply?

Send a CV to (url removed)

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