Shipbuilding CAD Operator – 2D/3D Marine Drawings

NAVANTIA UK; Methil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Navantia UK is seeking a CAD Operator to produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for shipbuilding projects, collaborating with Naval Architects, Designers and Production teams to support vessel construction and modification. You will maintain documentation, ensure standards compliance, and prepare drawing packages for manufacturing and installation.

We welcome engineers with hands-on experience in marine or heavy engineering who can interpret drawings and specifications and contribute to the

Qualifications

• Experience in shipbuilding, marine, offshore or heavy engineering.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D drawings and 3D models for shipbuilding and marine projects.
• Generate fabrication, assembly, and production drawings.
• Develop drawings to support lifting and turning requirements
• Maintain drawing registers and controlled documentation.
• Review and revise drawings for engineering changes.
• Support design reviews and technical meetings.
• Prepare drawing packages for manufacturing, procurement and installation.

Skills

Experience in shipbuilding, marine, or

Interpret engineering drawings & specs

Education

HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, apprenticeship or equivalent in Eng. Design

Job description

Navantia UK is seeking a CAD Operator to produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for shipbuilding projects, collaborating with Naval Architects, Designers and Production teams to support vessel construction and modification. You will maintain documentation, ensure standards compliance, and prepare drawing packages for manufacturing and installation.

We welcome engineers with hands-on experience in marine or heavy engineering who can interpret drawings and specifications and contribute to the