3,014 Cad Design jobs in the United Kingdom

Our world leading client are looking for a Cad Design Engineer on a long-term rolling contract.

Working week is Monday to Friday 37.5 hrs a week.

As a CAD Design Engineer, you will be:

• Provide 3D modelling, CAD and Engineering Design skills and knowledge to the Project Engineering team.
li>Involvement in continuous improvement projects across the site
• Develop concepts into detailed designs on a broad range of manufacturing equipment.
• Upkeep of the site drawing database
• Supporting engineering projects through application of robust design methodologies to ensure achievement of project targets of time, cost, and performance.
• Supporting manufacturing operations with development of design concepts to solve manufacturing issues, including, plant layouts, machine modifications and new component design, P&ID’s
< i>Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings and associated documentation
• Drawing data repository maintenance
• As part of the engineering team, you will support the safe operation of the site, including the use of industry standard risk assessment techniques, ensuring safe system of work.

As a CAD Engineer you will have:

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Experience in industrial machine design and specification of process equipment
• CAD engineering experience in a manufacturing or process environment
• Development of P&ID’s, mechanical component designs, shop floor layouts, site services and utility plans  
AUTOCAD Inventor CAD experience desirable
• AUTOCAD Electrical experience desirable

To apply for the CAD Design Engineer Role please contact us on or email .
By applying for this CAD Design Engineer role, you are agreeing to your CV being held on our database, stored confidentially and securely. Your CV details will be used and kept only to provide recruitment services from us. We will only send your details to clients once discussed with you and your data will not be shared with any other third party. You can ask for the deletion or correction of your data, or to opt out of this service at any point by informing Exact Sourcing.
We very much look forward to hearing from you and will be reviewing all applications over the next 2 to 3 weeks. If you are selected, we will be in contact and if not, we will be keeping your details on file for any future vacancies. Please follow us on Twitter (@ExactSourcing) or ‘like’ us on Facebook to keep updated with any future opportunities.
Exact Sourcing is an equal opportunities employer.

• Site Layouts – Develop site-specific layouts for existing or new infrastructure using SolidWorks.
• Technical Drawing/Drafting – Producing 2D CAD (and possibly 3D CAD) drawings in DWG format for steam and condensate routing, electrical power and control systems, civil works and other areas
• Interfaces - Detailing interface requirements foundations, flanges, cables.
• Documentation - Creating installation and interface documentation to support construction, commissioning and operation
• Collaboration s Integration – Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to develop practical solutions. Liaise with external sub- contractors or partners, as well as clients.
• Continuous Improvement – Iterating quickly in a dynamic, startup environment with an eye toward repeatable solutions

• 3+ years of experience in plant layout, industrial systems integration, or mechanical design for energy, HVAC or process industries
• Proficiency in SolidWorks preferred , or strong skills in other CAD tools and willingness to switch to SolidWorks
• Ability to read and produce P&IDs, control schematics and routing layouts
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to own a drawing package from concept to 'construction-issue'.
• Excellent communication and collaborative working skills .

• Knowledge of industrial heating or thermal storage technologies.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience in costing of industrial-scale projects.
• Experience writing FEED studies.

• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme and on-site charging.
• Casual dress code and an informal, supportive company culture.
• Employee share options scheme.
• Growth opportunities as the company scales.
• Inclusive and family-friendly work environment.

CAD Design Engineer - Sheet Metal Products

Are you a creative and technically skilled Design Engineer looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a talented individual to join our team in Banbury, Oxfordshire, to help shape the future of bespoke stainless steel catering equipment.

About the Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director and working closely with the Factory Manager, you'll be responsible for developing both existing and new products. You'll create site-specific design solutions that balance customer satisfaction with cost-effective manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop bespoke stainless steel products using 3D SolidWorks and 2D AutoCAD.
* Apply knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes including punching, folding, and welding.
* Adapt and refine designs to meet customer needs, budget constraints, and manufacturing capabilities.
* Manage your own workload and meet agreed schedules for design approval and production.
* Liaise directly with customers to ensure their requirements are fully understood and met.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and practices within the Design Office.
* Embrace innovative problem-solving and bring fresh ideas to product development.

What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in sheet metal design.
* Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks and AutoCAD).
* Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
* A proactive, customer-focused mindset.
* Experience in catering equipment design is a plus.

What's on Offer
* Salary: 32,000 - 38,000, depending on experience.
* Permanent, full-time position.
* Company vehicle and fuel card.
* Mobile communications and laptop provided.
* A flexible, busy work environment with opportunities for personal growth.
* Supportive and friendly team culture.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

Job Specification

For: Cad Design Engineer

Ref: VR/05069

The CAD Design Engineer is responsible for staying up to date with new advancements in CAD software and work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering and wider team to deliver excellence to our customers worldwide.

You will report to the CAD Lead primarily and will provide functional support to the Technical Team in the development of new and existing products.

Key Roles and Responsibilities to include:

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Produce engineering drawings in SolidWorks and 2D AutoCAD for both customer approval and manufacture.
• Support the creation of BOMs.
• Create/check and amend drawings/specifications as required by the technical and support team. Complete technical checks in line with business processes and requirements prior to going to Production.
• Play a key role in the implementation and support of DriveWorks and PLM.
• Help our Design Engineers create new product drawings when required.
• Help our tech support and training teams deliver technical information.
• Contribute to developing our technical drawing and design resources for customers eg BIM models.
• Assist in improving our design processes and administration.
• Help us improve the quality of our technical design resources in customer communications etc.

Person Specification

The information provided below is the criteria by which a candidate will be assessed against to measure the suitability for the role.

Desirable Qualifications/Registration

• HNC (or above) in Engineering (or equivalent) OR undertaken an apprenticeship in Engineering (or related discipline)
• Masters Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent
• Experience Significant experience working in a design team
• Previously worked in a SME
• Experience of using CAD/Drive works/SolidWorks
• Thorough capability of preparation, review and redrafting as necessary
• Significant recent day to day working with computer-aided design and drafting (CAD)

Education/Training

• CSCS card
• IPAF
• Asbestos Awareness Training
• Health and Safety Awareness Training

Knowledge & Skills Effective communication skills

• Ability to balance conflicting deadlines and priorities
• IT skills - particularly with MS Packages e.g Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Used to working collaboratively
• Thorough capability of preparation, review and redrafting as necessary
• Can work methodically & accurately

Behaviors/competencies

Problem solver

Attention to detail

Self-driven

Positive

Confident

Other requirements

Holds a current UK Driving License

Flexibility around working hours

Able to travel nationally & occasionally internationally

Able to work at heights

Our world leading client are looking for a Cad Design Engineer on a long-term rolling contract.

Working week is Monday to Friday 37.5 hrs a week.

As a CAD Design Engineer, you will be:

• Provide 3D modelling, CAD and Engineering Design skills and knowledge to the Project Engineering team.
li>Involvement in continuous improvement projects across the site
• Develop concepts into detailed designs on a broad range of manufacturing equipment.
• Upkeep of the site drawing database
• Supporting engineering projects through application of robust design methodologies to ensure achievement of project targets of time, cost, and performance.
• Supporting manufacturing operations with development of design concepts to solve manufacturing issues, including, plant layouts, machine modifications and new component design, P&ID’s
< i>Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings and associated documentation
• Drawing data repository maintenance
• As part of the engineering team, you will support the safe operation of the site, including the use of industry standard risk assessment techniques, ensuring safe system of work.

As a CAD Engineer you will have:

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Experience in industrial machine design and specification of process equipment
• CAD engineering experience in a manufacturing or process environment
• Development of P&ID’s, mechanical component designs, shop floor layouts, site services and utility plans  
AUTOCAD Inventor CAD experience desirable
• AUTOCAD Electrical experience desirable

To apply for the CAD Design Engineer Role please contact us on or email .
By applying for this CAD Design Engineer role, you are agreeing to your CV being held on our database, stored confidentially and securely. Your CV details will be used and kept only to provide recruitment services from us. We will only send your details to clients once discussed with you and your data will not be shared with any other third party. You can ask for the deletion or correction of your data, or to opt out of this service at any point by informing Exact Sourcing.
We very much look forward to hearing from you and will be reviewing all applications over the next 2 to 3 weeks. If you are selected, we will be in contact and if not, we will be keeping your details on file for any future vacancies. Please follow us on Twitter (@ExactSourcing) or ‘like’ us on Facebook to keep updated with any future opportunities.
Exact Sourcing is an equal opportunities employer.

CAD Designer (Machinery)

Spalding (Lincolnshire) - Hybrid work possible

Up to 50,000 + On-Job Training + Progression + Pension + Holiday + Bonus

Are you an experienced CAD Designer facing looking to join a rapidly growing, well-established company and want to have strong influence in the design department?

On offer is an exciting new permanent opportunity for a CAD Designer looking to join a growing company that provides opportunities to progress, ongoing training, and a competitive salary of up to 50,000 (higher possible for exceptional candidates).

This company specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke machinery, including boilers, shredders, and other industrial equipment, with a strong focus on practical, build-ready engineering solutions.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating detailed CAD designs that are both functional and manufacturable, taking into account materials, thicknesses, strengths, and mechanical tolerances.

You will work closely with engineers and production teams, participate in regular in-office design meetings, and provide technical input throughout the build process to ensure design integrity. The position is primarily based near Spalding with occasional travel for project needs and the option of hybrid working 1 or 2 days a week available.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in machinery design, and possess strong CAD skills alongside a deep understanding of materials and engineering principles.

The Role:

• Machinery Design
• CAD Design
• Playing a vital role in the design department

The Person:

• CAD/ SolidWorks experience

* Produce accurately detailed fabrication drawings, modelling and calculations
* Work closely with Contracts Managers to lead projects through the design phase
* Have experience and strong understanding of manufacturing and engineering processes

• Site Layouts – Develop site-specific layouts for existing or new infrastructure using SolidWorks.
• Technical Drawing/Drafting – Producing 2D CAD (and possibly 3D CAD) drawings in DWG format for steam and condensate routing, electrical power and control systems, civil works and other areas
• Interfaces - Detailing interface requirements foundations, flanges, cables.
• Documentation - Creating installation and interface documentation to support construction, commissioning and operation
• Collaboration s Integration – Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to develop practical solutions. Liaise with external sub- contractors or partners, as well as clients.
• Continuous Improvement – Iterating quickly in a dynamic, startup environment with an eye toward repeatable solutions

• 3+ years of experience in plant layout, industrial systems integration, or mechanical design for energy, HVAC or process industries
• Proficiency in SolidWorks preferred , or strong skills in other CAD tools and willingness to switch to SolidWorks
• Ability to read and produce P&IDs, control schematics and routing layouts
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to own a drawing package from concept to 'construction-issue'.
• Excellent communication and collaborative working skills .

• Knowledge of industrial heating or thermal storage technologies.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience in costing of industrial-scale projects.
• Experience writing FEED studies.

• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme and on-site charging.
• Casual dress code and an informal, supportive company culture.
• Employee share options scheme.
• Growth opportunities as the company scales.
• Inclusive and family-friendly work environment.

CAD Design Engineer - Sheet Metal Products

Are you a creative and technically skilled Design Engineer looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a talented individual to join our team in Banbury, Oxfordshire, to help shape the future of bespoke stainless steel catering equipment.

About the Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director and working closely with the Factory Manager, you'll be responsible for developing both existing and new products. You'll create site-specific design solutions that balance customer satisfaction with cost-effective manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop bespoke stainless steel products using 3D SolidWorks and 2D AutoCAD.
* Apply knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes including punching, folding, and welding.
* Adapt and refine designs to meet customer needs, budget constraints, and manufacturing capabilities.
* Manage your own workload and meet agreed schedules for design approval and production.
* Liaise directly with customers to ensure their requirements are fully understood and met.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems and practices within the Design Office.
* Embrace innovative problem-solving and bring fresh ideas to product development.

What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in sheet metal design.
* Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks and AutoCAD).
* Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
* A proactive, customer-focused mindset.
* Experience in catering equipment design is a plus.

What's on Offer
* Salary: 32,000 - 38,000, depending on experience.
* Permanent, full-time position.
* Company vehicle and fuel card.
* Mobile communications and laptop provided.
* A flexible, busy work environment with opportunities for personal growth.
* Supportive and friendly team culture.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

Job Specification

For: Cad Design Engineer

Ref: VR/05069

The CAD Design Engineer is responsible for staying up to date with new advancements in CAD software and work as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering and wider team to deliver excellence to our customers worldwide.

You will report to the CAD Lead primarily and will provide functional support to the Technical Team in the development of new and existing products.

Key Roles and Responsibilities to include:

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Produce engineering drawings in SolidWorks and 2D AutoCAD for both customer approval and manufacture.
• Support the creation of BOMs.
• Create/check and amend drawings/specifications as required by the technical and support team. Complete technical checks in line with business processes and requirements prior to going to Production.
• Play a key role in the implementation and support of DriveWorks and PLM.
• Help our Design Engineers create new product drawings when required.
• Help our tech support and training teams deliver technical information.
• Contribute to developing our technical drawing and design resources for customers eg BIM models.
• Assist in improving our design processes and administration.
• Help us improve the quality of our technical design resources in customer communications etc.

Person Specification

The information provided below is the criteria by which a candidate will be assessed against to measure the suitability for the role.

Desirable Qualifications/Registration

• HNC (or above) in Engineering (or equivalent) OR undertaken an apprenticeship in Engineering (or related discipline)
• Masters Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent
• Experience Significant experience working in a design team
• Previously worked in a SME
• Experience of using CAD/Drive works/SolidWorks
• Thorough capability of preparation, review and redrafting as necessary
• Significant recent day to day working with computer-aided design and drafting (CAD)

Education/Training

• CSCS card
• IPAF
• Asbestos Awareness Training
• Health and Safety Awareness Training

Knowledge & Skills Effective communication skills

• Ability to balance conflicting deadlines and priorities
• IT skills - particularly with MS Packages e.g Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Used to working collaboratively
• Thorough capability of preparation, review and redrafting as necessary
• Can work methodically & accurately

Behaviors/competencies

Problem solver

Attention to detail

Self-driven

Positive

Confident

Other requirements

Holds a current UK Driving License

Flexibility around working hours

Able to travel nationally & occasionally internationally

Able to work at heights