CAD Technician

Windracers Ltd; Fareham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Windracers Ltd is seeking a CAD Technician to join our Engineering team in Fareham, UK. You will create and maintain 3D models, drawings, BoMs, and data across the development lifecycle, collaborating with Design, Manufacturing and Systems Engineers.

You will use SolidWorks, manage design data in PDM/PLM, support drawing release and revision control, and help prototyping activities while upholding company standards and safety practices.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Design, or related discipline.
• Proven experience producing engineering drawings and CAD models in a professional environment.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks / SolidWorks PDM.
• Experience creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Good understanding of engineering documentation, BoMs, and revision control.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings (SolidWorks).
• Produce manufacturing and assembly drawings to support prototype and production builds.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs) and engineering documentation.
• Manage engineering data and support configuration control in PDM/PLM systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement design changes and maintain design integrity.
• Support drawing release, revision control and document management activities.
• Ensure CAD models and drawings comply with company standards and best practices.
• Support prototype build activities by resolving drawing and documentation issues.
• Perform other responsibilities as agreed with your Manager.
• Act professionally and adhere to company policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Prioritise safety in all operations.

Skills

SolidWorks

Engineering drawings

BOMs

Configuration control

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

We're looking for a CAD Technician to join our Engineering team and support the development of our large fixed-wing UAV platform. Working closely with Design, Manufacturing, and Systems Engineers, you'll be responsible for creating and maintaining accurate 3D models, engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BoMs), and product data throughout the development lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong CAD skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced engineering environment and wants to contribute to the development of advanced aerospace products.

Responsibilities/Tasks

• Creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Producing manufacturing and assembly drawings to support prototype and production builds.
• Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BoMs) and engineering documentation.
• Managing engineering data and supporting configuration control processes within PDM/PLM systems.
• Working closely with engineers to implement design changes and maintain design integrity.
• Supporting drawing release, revision control, and document management activities.
• Ensuring CAD models and drawings comply with company standards and best practices.
• Supporting prototype build activities by resolving drawing and documentation issues.
• Other responsibilities as agreed with your Manger
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the company expected behaviours and values
• Work in accordance with company policies, procedures and guidelines
• Act always in a safe manner and in support of our Health and safety agenda

Skills/Qualifications:

• HNC, HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Design, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience producing engineering drawings and CAD models in a professional environment.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks / SowlidWorks PDM.
• Experience creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Good understanding of engineering documentation, BoMs, and revision control.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Desirable

• Experience working in aerospace, UAV, defence, automotive, motorsport, or other high-technology industries.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM systems and configuration management processes.
• Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, composites, and assembly manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting prototype development programmes.

What We’re Looking for:

• Excellent communicator with ability to listen, explain, influence and negotiate.
• Resourceful, Engaged, Solution Oriented
• Agile / Adaptable to change, with excellent organisational skills
• Demonstrates a respectful, inclusive, professional manner in accordance with the company expected behaviours and values.
• Works in accordance with company policies, procedures and guidelines, prioritising safety in every operation.
• Acts always in a safe manner and in support of our Health and safety agenda
• Effective Team worker, fostering a unified team committed to shared success and mutual support.

Qualification Requirements

• Right to work within the UK
• Ability to travel abroad to EU and non-EU territories
• Vetting and security clearance (as required by role, location or client)