CAD Operator / CAD Designer

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Job Title: CAD Operator/Designer 

Location: Greater Manchester 

Salary: up to £42k

Job Purpose:

Join our client's dynamic team as a CAD Operator/Designer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing mechanical components and systems using SolidWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D & NAVISWORKS software. Utilize your expertise in mathematics, physics, and fabrication techniques to contribute to engineering solutions.

Why You Should Apply:

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge design software.
Engage in site visits for accurate verification and measurement, contributing to the creation of detailed proposal drawings. Expanding your client-side experience.
Take charge of projects from development to production, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Collaborate with a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement and teamwork.
Responsibilities:

Propose, design, and detail engineering solutions.
Attend site visits for verification/measurement, producing general arrangement/proposal drawings.
Interpret technical requirements of customer specifications and manage projects from development to production.
Assist in procurement by providing technical specs for in-house buyers and furnish fabrication drawings to sub-contractors.
Support Projects and Works departments to ensure seamless component integration, complying with industry regulations.
Investigate and develop solutions for various problems individually or as part of a team.
Collaborate with the wider company to identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Additional duties as assigned.
Key Skills/Attributes & Experience:

Degree qualified in an engineering/product design subject preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, along with 3D modelling experience, preferably in SolidWorks and/or NAVISWORKS.
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
Fluency in English to a very high standard, with excellent communication skills for client and colleague liaison.
Additional languages are an advantage.
Organised with a high level of administration ability to manage documentation effectively.
Experience in an ISO9001 compliant environment or equivalent is advantageous.
This role would suit someone who has worked within Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or within other similar industries.

We will accept applications from those who have worked as a CAD Technician, Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Draftsperson, or similar roles.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, get in touch with Chris Hill / (phone number removed)

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