Contract Design Technician

Solid Talent; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Hinckley is seeking a Contract Design Technician to support a fast-paced engineering project. This role involves creating and updating 2D and 3D component drawings using SolidWorks. Candidates should have strong sheet metal design experience and the ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams. The position offers competitive hourly pay, reflecting the candidate's experience.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks including sheet metal design.
• Experience in 2D drafting and assembly modelling.
• Strong understanding of component configuration and logical CAD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Creating and updating 3D component models mainly for parts and some sheet metal.
• Creating and updating 2D schematics for components.
• Collaborating with engineers and project leads.

Skills

Design Management

Cabling

Computer Software

FIDIC

Flash

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Contract Design Technician IR35 Status : In

Hourly Circa 35.00 DOE (30-38)

Contract Term 3 to 4 weeks

Location Office Based in Hinckley (Orchard House Dodwells Road Leicestershire LE10 3BZ)

Join an employee-owned business delivering innovative solutions across the retail and foodservice sectors. The company designs and manufactures hot-holding technology and is known for its commitment to sustainability quality and continuous improvement. Clients range from independents to global retailers.

Were seeking a Contract Design Technician with strong SolidWorks and sheet metal experience to support a fast-paced engineering project. Youll be responsible for creating and updating 2D and 3D component drawings streamlining assemblies and managing CAD libraries.

Responsibilities but are not limited to

Creating and updating 3D component models (mainly parts some sheet metal and basic wiring)

Creating and updating 2D schematics for these parts

Linking CAD models with spreadsheets to manage component configurations

Collaborating with engineers and project leads through daily or twice-daily iterative reviews

Assisting in preparing drawings for potential outsourcing

Experiences required

Proficiency in SolidWorks including sheet metal design

Experience in 2D drafting and assembly modelling

Strong understanding of component configuration and logical CAD workflows

Ability to work with structured spreadsheets to manage part families and reduce duplication

Key Skills

• Design Management
• Cabling
• Computer Software
• FIDIC
• Flash

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 38 - 38