CAD Design Engineer (SolidWorks) – Mechanical Systems

Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd; Manchester, Congleton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

20 days annual leave + BH

Training & development

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd is recruiting a CAD Design Engineer for a Congleton site. You will design mechanical systems for THP installations, focusing on structural steelwork, pressure vessels and piping, in a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include 5+ years in mechanical design, SolidWorks proficiency, and awareness of relevant codes. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential for delivering high-quality drawings and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical design.
• Experience in process industries such as energy, water treatment, oil & gas or chemical processing.
• Good knowledge of design codes and standards for pressure vessels, piping and structural steel.
• Proficient in SolidWorks 3D CAD; other 3D CAD packages acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings using SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Design pipework, structural steelwork and pressure vessels from calculations and data.
• Create and maintain 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings.
• Produce BOMs, bolting schedules and assembly documentation.
• Interpret P&ID drawings and develop 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Collaborate with Process, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams.
• Ensure designs comply with standards and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical design

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Education

HNC / HND / Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Job description

Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd is recruiting a CAD Design Engineer for a Congleton site. You will design mechanical systems for THP installations, focusing on structural steelwork, pressure vessels and piping, in a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include 5+ years in mechanical design, SolidWorks proficiency, and awareness of relevant codes. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential for delivering high-quality drawings and documentation.