CAD Technician

Streamline Search; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in electronic engineering seeks an experienced CAD Technician to join their Solihull team. The successful candidate will design and develop valve products using SolidWorks, creating technical drawings and collaborating closely with engineers. Offering a salary between £35,000 and £40,000, plus benefits including 33 days holiday, a pension scheme, and ongoing professional development, this role presents a great opportunity within an innovative engineering environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday, including bank holidays

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a CAD Technician, ideally within mechanical or electronic engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (essential).
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D designs of valves and related components using SolidWorks.
• Produce technical drawings, assembly models, and manufacturing documentation.
• Modify and update existing designs in line with client or project requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Relevant engineering or CAD qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

CAD Technician

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Streamline Search is partnering with a well-established manufacturer of control panels, operating predominantly within the electronic engineering sector. Following continued success and recent project wins, our client is expanding their engineering team and is seeking an experienced CAD Technician to support ongoing design and development activities.

Role Overview

As a CAD Technician, you will play a key role in the design and development of valve products using SolidWorks. You will work closely with the wider engineering team to produce accurate, high-quality technical drawings, models, and documentation that support both manufacturing and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D designs of valves and related components using SolidWorks.
• Produce technical drawings, assembly models, and manufacturing documentation.
• Modify and update existing designs in line with client or project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure design accuracy and feasibility.
• Assist in the development of prototypes, testing, and design improvements.
• Maintain design files and ensure all documentation adheres to company standards.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a CAD Technician, ideally within mechanical or electronic engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (essential).
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate technical drawings.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.
• Relevant engineering or CAD qualification (preferred).

Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (Dependent on experience)
• Monday - Friday, 08:00-16:30 or 08:30-17:00
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Opportunity to work within a fast-growing and innovative engineering environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team culture and long-term career progression opportunities