Senior CAD Designer

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UK's nuclear and green energy sectors seeks an experienced Mechanical CAD Designer. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on cutting-edge government-backed projects while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working policy. Join a company that prioritizes innovation, quality, and technical excellence, offering a supportive environment for career development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the nuclear and defence industry, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working policy

Strong benefits package

Structured career progression

Support for continual learning and professional development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in mechanical CAD design for nuclear and defence projects.
• Ability to produce detailed design drawings to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality mechanical CAD designs for nuclear and defence projects.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical CAD Design

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Tools

Job description

Mechanical CAD Designer - Nuclear & Defence Projects
Location: Hybrid working with offices across the UK
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits
Hours: 37-hour working week
Are you an experienced Mechanical CAD Designer looking to take your career to the next level? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a nationally recognised engineering leader at the forefront of the UK's nuclear and green energy sectors.
Our client is a major player in the Nuclear & Defence industry, delivering innovative and mission-critical projects across the UK. Known for their investment in people and a strong track record of staff retention, they offer a supportive environment where your career development is genuinely prioritised.

Why Join This Organisation?
Work on cutting-edge government-backed nuclear and green energy projects
Join a business that values innovation, quality, and technical excellence
Benefit from a flexible hybrid working policy
Gain access to a strong benefits package and structured career progression
Work in a culture that supports continual learning and professional development

Key Responsibilities
Produce high-quality mechanical CAD designs across nuclear and defence projects
Develop drawings from early-stage concept through to detailed design
Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated design solutions
Interpret client requirements and translate them into clear, effective designs
Contribute to identifying optimal design methodologies and improvements

Requirements
HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
Strong experience with CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.)
Proven ability to deliver detailed design drawings to a high standard
Experience in the nuclear sector is beneficial but not essential
All applicants must be British Nationals and eligible for at least BPSS clearance

To apply or learn more:
Please contact Kent Streek at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).