Electrical Engineering CAD Engineer

DRVN Automotive Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The DRVN Automotive Group is seeking an EE CAD Engineer to join their innovative Electrical Engineering team in Coventry. This role involves creating CAD designs for electrical systems and collaborating with various engineering functions. Candidates should have a BSc in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in automotive electrical systems development, particularly with EDS wiring harnesses using Catia V5. The company values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Benefits

33 Days Holidays

Pension

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in electrical systems development.
• Extensive experience with Catia V5.
• Holistic understanding of vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Create conceptual and pre-production CAD designs for LV, HV harnesses.
• Manage project-level EDS CAD engineering change control activities.
• Lead technical reviews of product designs.

Skills

Designing EDS wiring harnesses

Organizational skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Willingness to learn

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Catia V5

Arcadia

VeSys

Job description

The DRVN Automotive Group is recruiting exclusively for an EE CAD Engineer to join an exceptional automotive Electrical Engineering team.

Overview of the Role

• Electrical Engineering CAD Engineer
• Salary – Competitive DOE
• Holidays: 33 Days
• Pension
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Location – Coventry

Company Overview

The DRVN Automotive Group is a sector-leading automotive group, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of luxury automotive brands. We are recognised globally for our commitment to innovation, quality, and engineering, centered around a world-class customer experience.

The DRVN group has recently announced the launch of some of Ford Motor Company’s most historically significant icons, providing engineers with an excellent platform to showcase their skills across various disciplines and work on modernisation programmes.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies on quality, health, safety, and all other policies.
• Create conceptual and pre-production CAD designs for LV, HV harnesses, and modules.
• Design brackets and fixing schemes to support EE modules and harnesses.
• Liaise with CAD harness suppliers for both LV and HV harnesses.
• Lead in correct module placement into vehicles, ensuring IP, vibration, and technical specifications are met.
• Collaborate with other engineering functions (chassis, body, interior, etc.).
• Lead technical reviews of product designs, requirements, and specifications with internal and supplier teams.
• Participate in resolving design and manufacturing issues.
• Investigate packaging issues and develop solutions related to EDS.
• Manage project-level EDS CAD engineering change control activities.
• Create 2D manufacturing drawings from 3D models and designs.
• Manage electrical BOMs.
• Support idea generation and problem resolution through daily work and structured design reviews.
• Work with Manufacturing to develop feasible manufacturing solutions and control engineering change processes.
• Develop test and validation procedures and specifications.
• Manage documentation as part of change management for existing systems.
• Complete design verification and function sign-off in line with project deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• BSc in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with proven experience.
• Extensive experience designing and packaging EDS wiring harnesses using Catia V5.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in electrical systems development within an automotive setting or with an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
• Support 3D Catia design efforts for electrical and engineering teams.
• Holistic understanding of vehicle systems.
• Ability to follow technical and administrative procedures.
• Understanding of engineering change requests and claim management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to learn, support others, and adapt to challenges and changes.
• Must have full rights to work in the UK (IDLR); sponsorship or work permits are not accepted.
• Experience with electrical design tools such as Arcadia or VeSys.
• Knowledge of GPDS, DVP, FMEA, and APQP.
• Experience with equipotential bonding and material conductivity.

Please note that we do not provide sponsorships. Only applications from candidates with full rights to work in the UK and IDLR status will be considered. Please include your status in your application.

Our inclusive workplace values candidates from all backgrounds. We believe diversity enhances our ability to innovate and serve our customers effectively. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to create a respectful and supportive environment. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform us.