Associate CAD Designer

Simpson Booth Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Pension scheme

Gym membership

Health and fitness allowances

Job summary

Simpson Booth Ltd is seeking an Associate CAD Designer to join a marine power and propulsion technology team in the Greater London area on a permanent basis. The role focuses on developing 2D drawings, 3D models and visual representations for maritime development projects, translating engineering information into practical drawing packages.

You will work under a senior CAD Designer, collaborating with naval architects and engineers, with hybrid working: 4 days in office and 1 day from home.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in a CAD design, drafting or draughting role.
• Strong hands-on experience in 3D modelling.
• Experience producing accurate 2D technical drawings.
• Proficiency in at least one CAD package (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Ability to interpret engineering information and produce workable models and drawing packages.
• Experience in civil/structural engineering, oil & gas, offshore or related drafting environments.
• Commitment to quality, attention to detail and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Translate design concepts into accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Develop and modify structural 3D models for maritime projects.
• Produce clear technical drawings under guidance of senior designers and naval architects.
• Support general arrangements, schematics and project documentation.
• Interpret project briefs and contribute practical design solutions.
• Check drawings for accuracy and engineering alignment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to resolve design issues.
• Maintain drawing records and adopt drafting standards.

Skills

3D modelling

2D drawings

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Our Client is a marine power pioneer, leading the development of advanced technology for commercial shipping and maritime applications. We are supporting our Client on an exclusive basis in their search for an Associate CAD Designer to join their team on a permanent staff basis.

This industry is at an exciting inflection point and is transitioning from theoretical R&D to feasibility, framework and fleet readiness planning. Our Client is a leading player in this sector, collaborating with global maritime and energy organisations to drive zero-emission maritime power and advanced marine propulsion technology.

The Role

The Our Client is seeking an Associate CAD Designer to support the development of technical drawings, 2D and 3D models, and visual representations for maritime development projects. The role will suit someone who enjoys turning engineering information and preliminary concepts into practical, accurate drawing packages.

This is a hands-on development role for an early-career CAD Designer, CAD Technician, Drafter or Draughtsperson who already has practical industry experience and is ready to build their capability under the guidance of experienced members of the design team. The successful candidate will primarily support and shadow a senior CAD Designer, while also collaborating with naval architects and engineers across the wider team.

Working from a great office, you will join a small, rapidly-growing and highly skilled team, sit alongside and learn from diverse technical capabilities, and contribute to an industry-defining mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate design concepts, sketches and engineering information into accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Develop and modify structural 3D models for maritime development projects.
• Produce clear, high-quality technical and conceptual drawings under the guidance of senior designers, engineers and naval architects, including preliminary layouts, general arrangements, structural drawings and system drawings.
• Support the preparation of general arrangements, structural drawings, schematics, safety plans and other project documentation as required.
• Interpret project briefs and contribute practical design solutions.
• Check drawings and models for accuracy, consistency and alignment with engineering requirements
• Work openly with multidisciplinary colleagues to identify clashes, raise concerns and resolve design issues.
• Maintain drawing records, registers, filing systems and drawing-block libraries where required.
• Build knowledge of relevant drafting standards, techniques and quality requirements.
• Learn and adopt new CAD software, workflows and design tools as the team’s needs develop.
• Contribute to other agreed design projects and duties appropriate to the role.

Key Requirements

Skills & Experience

Required

• Practical experience in a CAD design, drafting or draughting role.
• Strong hands-on experience in 3D modelling.
• Experience producing accurate 2D technical drawings.
• Proficiency in at least one professional CAD package, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor.
• A sound understanding of technical drawing principles, design specifications and drawing accuracy.
• Ability to interpret engineering information and convert it into workable models and drawing packages.
• Ability to explain which software packages you have used and provide specific examples of drawings, models or projects you have worked on.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary technical team.
• A practical, adaptable approach to problem-solving, including the confidence to flag potential issues.
• A genuine willingness to learn new software and develop under the guidance of more experienced colleagues.
• Experience in a civil engineering, structural engineering, oil and gas, offshore or other engineering drafting environment.
• Applicants must possess valid UK right-to-work documentation prior to commencement with relevant evidence of citizenship of a US Department of Energy Part 810 authorised country.
• Experience within the maritime, marine, shipbuilding or vessel-design sector.
• Experience in a shipyard drafting department or a shipowner’s technical office.
• Exposure to ship structures, hull modelling, offshore units, jack‑up vessels, yachts or comparable floating assets.
• Experience using Autodesk Inventor. This is desirable rather than essential, as training can be provided.
• Familiarity with maritime drafting practices and standards.
• Experience working alongside engineers, naval architects or other technical specialists.
• Competitive package including Private Health Insurance, a competitive pension scheme, a leading gym membership, health and fitness allowances and many more. This can be discussed directly.

Hybrid Working

• 4 days in office, 1 day from home.