Cad Technician

Laura Smith Recruitment Limited; Eye; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Laura Smith Recruitment Limited is seeking a CAD Technician to join a design, engineering and project team. You will work on high‑value, bespoke international projects, contributing to a skilled design group.

The role requires producing accurate drawings, BOMs, and applying design for manufacture principles, with exposure to ERP systems being a plus. Proficiency with Inventor/SolidWorks/AutoCAD is essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering background with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Experience producing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Experience working with ERP systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of iLogic or Python or similar coding tools would be valuable.

Responsibilities

• Complete accurate drawings to an agreed specification within timescales.
• Produce Bills of Materials.
• Apply Design for Manufacture principles and value‑added engineering where applicable.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure information is available for manufacturing.
• Utilise 3D CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to create designs.

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Autodesk Inventor 3D

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

CAD TECHNICIAN

My client is looking for a CAD Technician. This role is a key part of the Design, Engineering and Project team, strengthening the service to their customers and internal departments.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high‑value, bespoke international projects while contributing to an established, highly skilled design team.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete accurate drawings, to an agreed specification within the agreed timescales.
• Production of Bills of Materials.
• To utilise the principles of Design for Manufacture and value‑added engineering throughout design undertakings where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with operational teams to ensure all necessary information is available for effective product manufacture.
• Use Autodesk Inventor 3D, SolidWorks, or similar 3D CAD software, along with AutoCAD packages.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have an engineering background supported by strong technical knowledge and relevant qualifications (or equivalent experience). You should be confident in producing Bills of Materials and, ideally, have experience working with ERP systems. Knowledge of iLogic, Python, or similar coding tools would be a valuable advantage.

If you’re looking to bring your 3D CAD skills—ideally SolidWorks—into a supportive, friendly team within a successful and growing business, please 'Apply now' to hear more.