Senior Designer

Prime Appointments; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business in Clacton-on-Sea is seeking a Senior Designer to join their technical team. The candidate will produce 2D and 3D drawings, support project delivery, and mentor junior designers. Proficiency in Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD is essential. Attractive benefits include sick pay, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Sick pay after 1 year of service

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Electric car scheme

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior or technical design role.
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, structures, and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise 2D and 3D drawings using Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
• Apply engineering calculations to specify structural components.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Production, and Engineering to resolve technical issues.
• Interpret client drawings and specifications with a high level of accuracy.
• Manage documentation and maintain drawing records in line with company systems.
• Support and mentor junior designers as required.

Skills

2D/3D modelling

Engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

CAD software proficiency

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Designer
Location: Clacton-on-Sea
Salary: 30,000 - 34,000 per annum

Prime Appointments is working with an established manufacturing business to recruit a Senior Designer to join their technical team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced designer with strong technical skills in 2D/3D modelling, a background in structural or engineering design, and a proactive, detail-driven approach.

You'll be working across multiple departments to develop accurate technical drawings and practical design solutions that meet customer and production needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery, continuous improvement initiatives, and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities:

• Produce precise 2D and 3D drawings using Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD
• Apply engineering calculations to specify structural components
• Liaise with Project Managers, Production, and Engineering to resolve technical issues
• Interpret client drawings and specifications with a high level of accuracy
• Manage documentation and maintain drawing records in line with company systems
• Contribute to product development and help maintain design libraries
• Support and mentor junior designers as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a senior or technical design role
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings, structures, and specifications
• Proficient in CAD software: Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD (BIM/Revit a plus)
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisation
• Knowledge of GRP/composites is desirable but not essential
• Familiarity with document control systems is an advantage

What's on Offer:

• Sick pay after 1 year of service
• Pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Electric car scheme, tech scheme, cycle to work
• Ongoing training, team-building events, and regular performance reviews

This is a fantastic role for a motivated and technically minded individual looking to take the next step in their design career.

Apply today or contact Lauren at Prime Appointments for more information.