3D CAD Technician

ZipRecruiter; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in the UK is seeking a qualified 3D Designer to generate engineering drawings for lifesaving equipment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in 3D CAD modelling, knowledge of GD&T, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. You will work closely with project managers and production teams to ensure designs meet specified requirements. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to safety-critical projects.

Qualifications

• Commercial experience in 3D CAD modelling.
• Solid knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Generate concise engineering drawings from CAD models.
• Produce, modify and update 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Liaise with Production Engineering Department for alignment.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Education

HNC, HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

SAP or similar ERP system

Job description

Overview

As a 3D Designer you’ll be responsible for generating engineering drawings suitable to manufacture lifesaving equipment. You’ll be working with project managers, manufacturing and assembly areas in generating 3D drawings fit for purpose and right first time.

Responsibilities

• Generate concise engineering drawings from CAD models with GD&T specifications
• Produce, modify and update 3D models, add detail to assembly engineering drawings in-line with approved engineering change requests and fully document the changes using engineering change notices.
• Produce designs against requirements with consideration to cost, quality, schedule, risk, Design for Manufacture/Assembly (DFM/DFA) & human factors
• Liaise directly with Production Engineering Department to ensure datum and tolerance schemes are aligned with Design, Manufacturing, and Inspection requirements.
• Use of Siemens NX and Teamcenter 11 for data control.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Engineering Apprenticeship

Experience

• Commercial experience in 3D CAD modelling.
• Siemens NX 12 & Teamcenter 11 or similar 3D CAD
• Knowledge of GD&T, ASME Y14.5 drawing standards
• SAP or similar ERP MRP system