CAD Design Engineer / Estimator

AWD Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Long-term career opportunities

Varied fabrication projects

Supportive and professional working环境

Job summary

AWD Recruitment is seeking a CAD Design Engineer / Estimator in Luton to turn bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions. This office-based role focuses on CAD, drawings and accurate quotations, working with management, customers and suppliers.

You will produce 2D/3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, create flat patterns and DXF files, and support fabrication with technical knowledge and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360.
• Experience creating flat patterns and production-ready drawings.
• Experience preparing DXF files for laser cutting, CNC turret punching and press brake operations.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering, fabrication and architectural drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• CAD Design and Drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, including fabrication, assembly and workshop drawings.
• Production Files and Documentation: Create flat patterns, production-ready DXF files and bills of materials for laser cutting, CNC turret punching, press brake operations and other CNC machinery
• Sheet Metal Design: Develop components and assemblies with bends, hems and forming features
• Estimating and Quotations: Prepare accurate estimates and quotations from drawings
• Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate throughout the design and quotation process and obtain supplier quotations
• Production Support: Work with the fabrication team to resolve technical queries and support manufacture
• Enquiry Management: Manage new enquiries and inform stakeholders
• Technical Knowledge: Maintain knowledge of products, standards and information

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Flat patterns

Production drawings

DXF files

Sheet metal fabrication

Interpreting drawings

Attention to detail

English

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

CAD Design Engineer / Estimator

Join an established manufacturer creating bespoke sheet metal designs and accurate quotations. This office-based opportunity suits someone confident with CAD, production drawings, flat patterns and fabrication processes.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: CAD Engineer, Design Engineer, CAD Technician, CAD Designer, Design Technician, Manufacturing Design Engineer, Fabrication Estimator, Engineering Estimator, Manufacturing Estimator

Benefits include long-term career opportunities and varied fabrication projects.

SALARY: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)

LOCATION: Luton, Bedfordshire (100% Office Based)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

Build on your technical expertise while helping turn bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions.

The CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will create accurate models, drawings and quotations, working closely with management, customers and suppliers.

Working alongside the fabrication team, the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will help resolve technical queries and support efficient manufacture.

This CAD Design Engineer / Estimator opportunity offers varied projects within a growing, ambitious fabrication business, with licensed role-specific software provided.

DUTIES

• CAD Design and Drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, including fabrication, assembly and workshop drawings
• Production Files and Documentation: Create flat patterns, production-ready DXF files and bills of materials for laser cutting, CNC turret punching, press brake operations and other CNC machinery
• Sheet Metal Design: Develop components and assemblies incorporating bends, hems, flanges, gussets, louvres and forming features
• Estimating and Quotations: Prepare accurate estimates and quotations from architectural, engineering and technical drawings
• Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate throughout the design and quotation process and obtain and evaluate supplier quotations where required
• Production Support: Work with the fabrication team to resolve technical queries and support manufacture
• Enquiry Management: Manage new enquiries efficiently and keep relevant stakeholders informed
• Technical Knowledge: Maintain current knowledge of relevant products, industry standards and technical information

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360
• Experience creating flat patterns and production-ready manufacturing drawings
• Experience preparing DXF files for laser cutting, CNC turret punching and press brake operations
• Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes
• Ability to interpret engineering, fabrication and architectural drawings
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
• Legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship or immigration support

DESIRABLE

• Experience in metal fabrication or bespoke metal manufacturing
• Knowledge of Amada laser cutting, press brake operations, CNC turret punching, welding and assembly processes
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Full UK driving licence

BENEFITS

• Company pension scheme
• Stable full-time employment with long-term career opportunities
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of fabrication and manufacturing projects
• Supportive and professional working environment

Job Ref: AWDO-P15211