Cad Designer

Location: Leicestershire

CAD Designer

Permanent | £35,000 – £45,000

Location:

Wykin, Leicestershire
(Easily commutable from Nuneaton, Coventry, Leicester, Market Bosworth, and surrounding areas)

Are you a detail-driven CAD Designer with hands-on experience designing sheet metal products for manufacture?
Do you enjoy seeing your designs move from screen to shop floor?

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced CAD Designer to join a fast-moving engineering team within a manufacturing environment. Accuracy is critical as your drawings and data directly impact production, cost, and quality. This is a hands-on role where your work will be visible, valued, and used every day.

About the Company

Our client is an innovative engineering business operating in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing setting. They are continuing to grow their engineering capability and are building a strong, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

* Create accurate 3D models and 2D drawings using Solid Works

* Design sheet metal parts, machined components, and cable/electrical assemblies

* Manage engineering changes and ECR documentation

* Maintain configuration control of 3D models and ERP data

* Support cost-reduction initiatives and product range expansion

* Work closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and operations

Experience & Skills Required

* Proven experience in sheet metal design within a manufacturing environment

* Strong Solid Works capability (3D modelling & 2D drawings)

* Clear understanding of how design decisions affect manufacturing, cost, and quality

* Competent with Excel

* Experience using Epicor ERP or similar systems is desirable

* Agile, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Why Join?

* Join an ambitious engineering team shaping the future of manufacturing

* Work in a hands-on environment where your designs make a real-world impact

* Collaborate with experienced leaders and contribute to a growing team