CAD Design Engineer

Caltherm (UK) Limited; Cannock Wood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm located in Cannock Wood is seeking an experienced CAD Design Engineer. You will develop designs for thermal processing plants and create detailed drawings for various steel frameworks. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in AutoCAD and a background in steel construction techniques. Competitive salary between £40,000 and £42,000 per annum, along with flexible working hours and additional benefits.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Childcare vouchers

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working hours

Future benefits include family medical insurance

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs for thermal processing plants.
• Design and produce detailed drawings for steel frameworks (ovens, dryers, furnaces).
• Design product handling systems to meet customer specifications.
• Prepare workshop fabrication drawings, including cutting lists.
• Create sales drawings to support tenders and proposals.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure accurate project delivery.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D

Knowledge of Inventor

Understanding of steel construction techniques

Experience designing light to medium weight structural steel frameworks

Knowledge of air movement systems (ductwork, plenums)

Job description

CAD Design Engineer | Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire | Full Time | £40,000 - £42,000 Per Annum

Our client is a long-established engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of industrial ovens, dryers, and furnaces, primarily for the aerospace industry. With over 40 years of experience, they deliver custom-built solutions for a wide range of thermal processing applications, including heating, curing, and cooling, with advanced equipment capable of handling temperatures up to 1300°C.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an additional CAD Design Engineer to support an expanding workload.

Are you the right person for the job?

Required / Preferred Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D is essential
• Knowledge of Inventor is an advantage
• An understanding of steel construction techniques is beneficial
• Experience in designing light to medium weight structural steel frameworks is desirable
• Knowledge of air movement systems (ductwork, plenums) would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs for thermal processing plants
• Design and produce detailed drawings for steel frameworks (ovens, dryers, furnaces)
• Design product handling systems to meet customer specifications
• Prepare workshop fabrication drawings, including cutting lists
• Create sales drawings to support tenders and proposals
• Liaise with production teams to ensure accurate project delivery

Benefits

• A competitive salary of £40,000 - £42,000 per annum
• Company pension scheme
• Childcare vouchers and cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Future benefits include family medical insurance, a company fuel card, and additional holidays

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