CAD Design Engineer / Estimator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Career growth

Diverse projects

Supportive team

Job summary

AWD Online is seeking a CAD Design Engineer / Estimator for an established fabrication business in Luton. The role focuses on turning bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions, with emphasis on accurate CAD models, drawings and quotations.

You will work closely with management, customers and suppliers, providing production-ready files, BOMs and clear technical documentation, while supporting the fabrication team on varied projects and ensuring efficient

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.
• 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.

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 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.

Skills

Advanced CAD skills

2D/3D design production

DXF file preparation

Sheet metal fabrication knowledge

Engineering drawings interpretation

Attention to detail

English communication

UK work eligibility

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

Your duties as the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator include:

• 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