Cad Engineer

Comton Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal processing company located in North East England is seeking a CAD & Production Engineer to join their team. This role involves managing CAD processes and ensuring the efficient operation of a CNC steel processing line. Candidates should possess strong experience with AutoCAD and a proven track record in production environments. This position offers stability and the chance to work with advanced technology in a modern setting.

Benefits

Long-term, stable employment

Ownership of critical production processes

Opportunity to work with advanced technology

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD and structural detailing software is required.
• Proven background in lean manufacturing is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage DSTV/NC1 files and optimize nesting to minimize waste.
• Schedule CNC drilling operations for continuous production.
• Coordinate stock availability to support production processes.

Skills

Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Experience in a production-driven environment

High attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: CAD & Production Engineer

Salary: £30,000-£40,000 per annum | Location: North East England

A well-established metal processing business is seeking a CAD & Production Engineer to support the running of their new CNC steel processing line. The company supplies metal products nationwide and continues to invest heavily in automation, technology, and people.

Key Responsibilities

CAD & Technical Processing

• Import, verify, and manage DSTV/NC1 files from industry-standard detailing software
• Optimise nesting and material usage across full-length sections to minimise waste

Production Control & Coordination

• Plan and schedule CNC drilling line operations to maintain continuous production flow
• Manage tooling and consumables to ensure consistent, high-speed performance
• Coordinate with operations and materials teams to ensure correct stock availability at infeed

Skills & Experience Required

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or structural detailing software
• Experience in a production-driven or lean manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

What's on Offer

• A key role within a modern, automated steel processing facility
• Genuine ownership of a critical production process
• Long-term, stable employment with a growing business
• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC steel processing technology