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.
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