PDM / CAD Administrator

Dexory; Crowmarsh Gifford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology company in Wallingford is seeking a detail-oriented PDM / CAD Administrator. You will manage the PDM system, support CAD documentation processes, and ensure consistency across engineering teams. Ideal candidates should have a solid background in SolidWorks and experience with PDM systems. A proactive approach and excellent organizational skills are necessary for this role, which involves working onsite five days a week.

Benefits

Private healthcare via Bupa

Life insurance

Income protection

Pension plans

Employee Assistance Programme

25 holidays per year

Full meals onsite

Team events and snacks

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented mechanical engineer with expertise in SolidWorks and PDM systems.
• Ability to manage CAD environments and workflows effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work within diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the PDM system and CAD administration.
• Develop workflows and templates for design processes.
• Provide support and training on PDM and SolidWorks applications.

Skills

Proficiency in Solidworks

Experience with PDM systems

Knowledge of GD&T

Strong technical troubleshooting skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Job Description: PDM / CAD Administrator

Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Role:

Dexory is entering an exciting phase of rapid, iterative development across our autonomous logistics robotics platform. We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive PDM / CAD Administrator to support the growth and evolution of our design systems and documentation processes.

You will take ownership of our PDM system, ensure best practices are followed across the engineering team, and play a key part in maintaining consistency and quality in our CAD environment. This is a hands-on role that bridges CAD administration, process development and design team support.

This role would suit a mechanical engineer who is particularly interested in all aspects of SolidWorks 3D modelling and design, and who has prior experience or a strong interest in the upkeep of PDM, CAD, and design office administrative functions. If you’ve worked in a similar capacity or feel your skills align with this scope, we encourage you to apply. This role will involve 5 days a week onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Manage our PDM system and interaction with Solidworks and wider engineering teams
• Develop and maintain PDM work flows
• Manage and improve on templates (drawings, BOMs, Materials, diagrams)
• Support future integration and interfacing between PDM, PLM and MES systems
• Managing the checking in & checking out designs and drawings from the team
• Creating & maintaining project catalogues & specifications
• Upkeep of engineering standards and component supply records
• Provide end user support and guidance for all mechanical designs & applications
• Perform modifications of CAD drawings if required
• Provide administration & support of the CAD platforms
• Provide general administrative support to the engineering team
• Develop and support team wide quality enhancements and procedures
• Mapping and recording of work flow paths
• Set out work instructions & guidelines for CAD & PDM to implement as work-standard
• Perform any software upgrades if needed & new system implementations
• Provide end user support & guidance in the use of PDM and Solidworks applications
• Drive continuous improvement with scale and usage
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency Solidworks (and Fusion360)
• Experience with PDM systems
• Knowledge of GD&T, preferably for BS8888
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex issues
• Excellent organizational and data management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams
• Knowledge of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems is a plus
  
  

Benefits

We operate by four principles:

Performance. Impact. Commitment. One Team.

Joining Dexory isn’t just about having expertise… it’s about embracing uncertainty with purpose. You’ll help define not only our products, but the future of autonomous logistics itself. From day one, you’ll be trusted to push boundaries, take ownership, and deliver breakthrough results.

You will also receive:

• Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline
• Life insurance
• Income protection
• Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer
• Employee Assistance Programme - mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support
• 25 holidays per year
• Full meals onsite in Wallingford
• Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office
  
  

AAP/EEO Statement

Dexory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.