Senior Mechanical CAD Engineer

Senior Mechanical CAD Engineer
Kingston upon Thames (3 days onsite per week with remote working options)
£35,000 - £46,000 + benefits

Security Clearance: Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

A leading engineering services provider to the defence sector is seeking a Senior Mechanical CAD Engineer to join their Hardware Engineering team. In this role, you will bring expertise in designing and developing maritime control and instrumentation systems, supporting the full project lifecycle from concept to qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• CAD Design: Produce mechanical part drawings and General Assemblies (GA) using Creo.
• Documentation & Standards: Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOM); define and apply GD&T and BS 8888 standards, materials, and finishes.
• Support: Provide technical support to the Mechanical Design Engineering team, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Maintenance: Manage documents and drawings through development and production changes.

Required Experience

• Proficiency in CAD design with experience in mechanical CAD roles.
• Familiarity with GD&T and BS 8888 standards.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and materials.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., automotive, aviation, defence, rail).

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CAD Engineer with a background in regulated industries to contribute to innovative defence solutions.

Alternative job titles for the role:

Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical CAD Specialist / Senior CAD Design Engineer / Mechanical Systems CAD Engineer / Mechanical Product Designer / Mechanical Project Engineer / Senior Design Engineer (Mechanical) / Mechanical Engineering Specialist (CAD) / Mechanical Engineering Design Lead / Hardware Design Engineer (Mechanical)