CAD Draughtsman

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Free Parking

Bonus

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions is recruiting a CAD Draughtsman / CAD Engineer for a Desborough-based role with a long-established UK engineering specialist delivering large-scale equipment for blue-chip clients.

You will produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings (SolidWorks), generate BOMs, and collaborate with Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to turn concepts into production-ready drawing packs, on-site, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and able to produce clean 2D production drawings.
• Experience with BOM management and producing accurate manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to work with design engineers and shop-floor teams to ensure manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for steel structures, sheet metal fabrications, and mechanical sub-assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement, workshop assembly, and production planning.
• Work closely with the Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to convert initial design concepts into detailed production-ready drawing packs.
• Liaise directly with shop-floor fabrication, welding, and assembly teams to resolve technical queries and clarify manufacturing tolerances.
• Process engineering change requests (ECRs) and update legacy drawing packages for existing product lines.

Skills

CAD modeling

3D CAD

2D drawings

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND/BTEC or Degree in Mechanical Engineering/CAD

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

CAD Draughtsman / CAD Engineer

Desborough

£30,000 - £38,000 + Progression + Bonus + Benefits

Monday - Friday (Days) | 100% On-Site

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays | Life Assurance | Free Parking

Join a long-established, highly reputable UK engineering specialist operating as part of a major parent group with a turnover exceeding £200m. Experts in large-scale equipment and heavy-duty solutions for blue-chip clients across defence, energy, and aerospace, they offer a stable, technically rewarding environment for ambitious engineers.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for steel structures, sheet metal fabrications, and mechanical sub-assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement, workshop assembly, and production planning.
• Work closely with the Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to convert initial design concepts into detailed production-ready drawing packs.
• Liaise directly with shop-floor fabrication, welding, and assembly teams to resolve technical queries and clarify manufacturing tolerances.
• Process engineering change requests (ECRs) and update legacy drawing packages for existing product lines.

What We’re Looking For

• Core CAD Skills: Proven proficiency in 3D CAD software (ideally SolidWorks) with the ability to produce clean, error-free 2D production drawings.
• Fabrication Background: Practical understanding of sheet metal folding, structural steel fabrication, welding symbols, and manufacturing tolerances.
• Qualifications: HNC, HND, BTEC, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering / CAD / Design (or equivalent apprentice-trained background).
• Key Attributes: High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a practical mindset suited to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Desirable: Basic exposure to hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems on yellow goods or machinery is a distinct advantage.

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions.