Senior CAD Designer

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the nuclear and green energy sectors is seeking a Mechanical CAD Designer. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects that are crucial to the UK's future. You will be part of a dynamic team, producing high-quality mechanical designs and contributing to cutting-edge projects. With a strong focus on career development and a supportive environment, this opportunity allows you to grow your skills while working on significant government-backed initiatives. If you're ready to elevate your career in a flexible, hybrid working setup, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Strong benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Support for continual learning

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD tools and mechanical design.
• Ability to deliver high-quality detailed design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality mechanical CAD designs for projects.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver integrated design solutions.

Skills

Mechanical CAD Design

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Mechanical Engineering

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Tools

Job description

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 and eligible for at least BPSS clearance

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