AutoCAD Design Technician

Netbox Recruitment Limited; Hosey Hill; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering solutions company in Biggin Hill is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will take ownership of projects from concept to prototype, designing mechanical systems and components. Ideal candidates will have a background in mechanical engineering, proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and enjoy hands-on assembly. This role offers a variety of challenges and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Variety of challenges

End-to-end project involvement

Growth and learning opportunities

Impactful designs

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Mechanical or design engineering background is required.
• Confident working with Autodesk Inventor and/or AutoCAD.
• Enjoy assembling and testing designs.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and components.
• Create detailed technical drawings in AutoCAD.
• Build and assemble prototypes for practical understanding.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Prototyping

Structural Design

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Design Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

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AutoCAD - Mechanical Design Engineer - Create, build, innovate
Location: Biggin Hill, Kent
Salary: Up to £38,000-£45,000
Type: Full-time | On-site
Company: A fast-paced, dynamic engineering solutions company

Build what excites you
If you're someone who thrives on variety, loves seeing your ideas come to life, and wants to grow within a hands-on design based engineering role-this might be your next step.

Our client a dynamic design and engineering company providing innovative solutions to the entertainment industry and beyond. Their bespoke products are used around the globe, from theatres and film sets to complex automation systems. Every day brings a new challenge-and a new opportunity to create something extraordinary.

What You'll Be Doing
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll work at the heart of our fast-moving design and production team, taking ownership of multiple projects from concept to prototype:

• Design mechanical systems and components using Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks
• Create detailed technical drawings in AutoCAD
• Build and assemble your own prototypes, gaining full understanding of the logistics and mechanics behind each design
• Learn the ins and outs of the bespoke product lines used across entertainment, manufacturing, and creative sectors
• Solve real-world challenges and adapt designs to meet evolving project needs
• This is a hands-on, practical role where your contribution is seen, felt, and valued.

About You

• You have a mechanical or design engineering background
• You're confident working in Autodesk Inventor and/or AutoCAD
• You're hands-on-you enjoy physically assembling and testing your own designs
• You're comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with shifting priorities
• You're naturally curious and excited to learn about bespoke systems and processes
• Any exposure to sprockets, structural design, or mechanical assemblies is a bonus

Why Join?

• Variety & Challenge: Every day is different, with new design challenges to tackle
• Ownership: You'll have end-to-end involvement in your projects-from drawing board to assembly
• Growth: Learn new tools, techniques, and sectors with support from a seasoned team
• Impact: Your designs will be used in real-world, high-impact projects across diverse industries
• Team Culture: Tight-knit, passionate bunch who love what they do

Let's Talk
Whether you're early in your career or looking to step into a more dynamic role, if you're keen to learn, grow, and build, we'd love to hear from you.

Have questions? Contact Sarah Gilbertson directly-we're happy to chat. 01364 668 186 Option 2