CAD Designer (Progression to Project Coordinator)

Lord Search & Selection; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in Macclesfield is seeking a CAD Designer to oversee projects from design approval through to delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in sheet metal and 2D/3D CAD drawings, and a strong desire for career progression towards a Project Engineer role. This role offers a competitive salary, bonus, training, and great benefits in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Training

Progression opportunities

Annual bonus

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in sheet metal and CAD design.
• Strong understanding of 2D/3D CAD drawings.
• Full UK driving license and local to Macclesfield.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering projects from design to delivery, ensuring quality.
• Work with sales, engineering, and fabrication teams to resolve issues.
• Manage documentation, supplier communication, and quality inspections.

Skills

2D/3D CAD proficiency

Project management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical/Manufacturing background

Job description

CAD Designer (Progression to Project Coordinator)

Macclesfield

30,000 - 35,000 + Training + Progression + Annual Bonus + Company Benefits

Are you a CAD Designer with experience in sheet metal and a strong understanding of 2D/3D CAD drawings, looking to progress into a Project Engineer role within a dynamic manufacturing company that values its people, fosters a collaborative work environment, and supports long-term career development and leadership growth?

Do you want to be part of a company where your skills are valued, your ideas are heard, and your career growth is genuinely supported all while working on exciting, real-world engineering projects across multiple industries?

On offer is a great opportunity to join a well-respected engineering supplier as a key member of their close-knit Contracts and Engineering team. The company works across a variety of thriving sectors including Oil & Gas, Water, Food Production, and Pharmaceuticals, delivering high-quality, tailored engineering solutions.

In this role, you will take ownership of projects from design approval through to delivery. You'll work closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution, coordinate with suppliers and clients, and ensure timelines and quality standards are met.

This role is ideal for a CAD Designer with experience in sheet metal and a strong understanding of 2D/3D CAD drawings, looking to progress into a Project Engineer role within a dynamic manufacturing company that values its people, fosters a collaborative work environment, and supports long-term career development and leadership growth.

The Role:

• Oversee engineering projects from design to delivery, ensuring quality.
• Work with sales, engineering, and fabrication teams to resolve issues.
• Manage documentation, supplier communication, and quality inspections.

The Person:

• Mechanical/ Manufacturing background
• Understanding 2D/3D CAD drawings
• Holds a full UK driving license and local to Macclesfield

Reference number: BBBH20772

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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