Mechanical CAD Engineer Poole, Dorset £48,000–£54,000 pension Permanent | Daytime Monday to Friday | Early finish on Fridays Join a growing and friendly engineering manufacturing business as a Mechanical CAD Engineer, where you’ll take a senior role in a small, collaborative team. This is a hands-on position with added responsibility for overseeing junior engineers and interpreting mechanical draughting requirements from both internal colleagues and external customers. As a Mechanical CAD Engineer, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and clarity of CAD drawings, mentoring junior team members, and acting as a key point of contact for translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs. You’ll work on a variety of low-volume, high-quality mechanical products including CNC machined components, sheet metal fabrications, and mechanical assemblies. What’s on offer: • £48,000–£54,000 salary depending on experience • Company pension scheme • Daytime hours Monday to Friday with an early finish on Fridays • Supportive and experienced leadership team • A stable and growing company with a strong order book across UK and international markets Key Responsibilities: • Lead and support the CAD function as a Mechanical CAD Engineer • Interpret and translate customer and colleague requirements into detailed CAD drawings • Oversee and mentor junior CAD engineers, ensuring quality and consistency • Participate in weekly project review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement • Maintain and update CAD models and drawings for a range of mechanical products Ideal Background: • Proven experience as a Mechanical CAD Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, or similar • Strong 3D CAD skills (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or similar) • HND, HNC, BTEC Level 4, or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field • A collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving • Comfortable working in a low-volume, high-variety engineering environment This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical CAD Engineer looking to step into a more senior, influential role within a close-knit and capable team. You’ll be joining a company that values its people and is committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Reference: IY.PR/(phone number removed)