Mechanical CAD Engineer

Euro-projects Recruitment Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical CAD Engineer in Poole. This role involves leading the CAD function, mentoring junior engineers, and working on a variety of high-quality mechanical products. The ideal candidate will have strong 3D CAD skills and relevant engineering qualifications. This position offers a salary of £48,000–£54,000 along with company benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Daytime hours with early finish on Fridays

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical CAD Engineer or similar role.
• Strong skills in 3D CAD software.
• A proactive team player comfortable in a low-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the CAD function as a Mechanical CAD Engineer.
• Interpret customer and colleague requirements into CAD drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure quality in designs.
• Maintain and update CAD models for mechanical products.

Skills

3D CAD skills (Solid Edge, SolidWorks)

Mechanical design experience

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

HND, HNC, BTEC Level 4, or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical CAD Engineer

Poole, Dorset

£48,000–£54,000 + pension

Permanent | Daytime Monday to Friday | Early finish on Fridays

Join a growing and friendly engineering manufacturing business as a Mechanical CAD Engineer, where you’ll take a senior role in a small, collaborative team. This is a hands-on position with added responsibility for overseeing junior engineers and interpreting mechanical draughting requirements from both internal colleagues and external customers.

As a Mechanical CAD Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and clarity of CAD drawings, mentoring junior team members, and acting as a key point of contact for translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs. You’ll work on a variety of low-volume, high-quality mechanical products including CNC machined components, sheet metal fabrications, and mechanical assemblies.

What’s on offer:

• £48,000–£54,000 salary depending on experience

• Company pension scheme

• Daytime hours Monday to Friday with an early finish on Fridays

• Supportive and experienced leadership team

• A stable and growing company with a strong order book across UK and international markets

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the CAD function as a Mechanical CAD Engineer

• Interpret and translate customer and colleague requirements into detailed CAD drawings

• Oversee and mentor junior CAD engineers, ensuring quality and consistency

• Participate in weekly project review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement

• Maintain and update CAD models and drawings for a range of mechanical products

Ideal Background:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical CAD Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, or similar

• Strong 3D CAD skills (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or similar)

• HND, HNC, BTEC Level 4, or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• A collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Comfortable working in a low-volume, high-variety engineering environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical CAD Engineer looking to step into a more senior, influential role within a close-knit and capable team. You’ll be joining a company that values its people and is committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Reference: IY.PR/006141