Aerospace CAD Technician – UAV SolidWorks Specialist

Windracers Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Windracers Ltd is seeking a CAD Technician to join our Engineering team in Fareham, UK. You will create and maintain 3D models, drawings, BoMs, and data across the development lifecycle, collaborating with Design, Manufacturing and Systems Engineers.

You will use SolidWorks, manage design data in PDM/PLM, support drawing release and revision control, and help prototyping activities while upholding company standards and safety practices.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Design, or related discipline.
• Proven experience producing engineering drawings and CAD models in a professional environment.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks / SolidWorks PDM.
• Experience creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Good understanding of engineering documentation, BoMs, and revision control.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings (SolidWorks).
• Produce manufacturing and assembly drawings to support prototype and production builds.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs) and engineering documentation.
• Manage engineering data and support configuration control in PDM/PLM systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement design changes and maintain design integrity.
• Support drawing release, revision control and document management activities.
• Ensure CAD models and drawings comply with company standards and best practices.
• Support prototype build activities by resolving drawing and documentation issues.
• Perform other responsibilities as agreed with your Manager.
• Act professionally and adhere to company policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Prioritise safety in all operations.

Skills

SolidWorks

Engineering drawings

BOMs

Configuration control

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Windracers Ltd is seeking a CAD Technician to join our Engineering team in Fareham, UK. You will create and maintain 3D models, drawings, BoMs, and data across the development lifecycle, collaborating with Design, Manufacturing and Systems Engineers.

You will use SolidWorks, manage design data in PDM/PLM, support drawing release and revision control, and help prototyping activities while upholding company standards and safety practices.