CAD Engineer
Jackson Hogg is delighted to be recruiting a CAD Engineer to join a leading engineering team designing and manufacturing high-integrity mechanical systems. You will take ownership of component and tooling design for complex, precision-engineered products such as track and running gear systems, assemblies, and associated tooling, from concept and CAD modelling through to testing and production.
* Full-time & Permanent - Mon‑Fri
* Bishop Auckland
Key Responsibilities of the CAD Engineer
* Produce 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Creo or similar CAD software (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Inventor).
* Design components, assemblies, and tooling with a focus on manufacturability, durability, and quality.
* Support prototypes, testing, and verification of designs for mechanical systems and assemblies.
* Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth design transfer.
* Contribute to technical documentation and continuous design improvements.
Requirements of the CAD Engineer
* Proven experience as a CAD or Design Engineer in mechanical/manufacturing environments.
* Strong knowledge of Creo CAD software (other 3D CAD packages considered).
* Experience designing mechanical products, assemblies, and tooling.
* Understanding of manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, and machining.
* Time‑served apprenticeship, HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent engineering background.
This CAD Engineer position offers
* Competitive salary (DOE).
* Hands‑on involvement in designing, testing and producing precision‑engineered mechanical systems.
* Supportive, collaborative engineering team.
* Permanent, onsite role with real product visibility and testing exposure.
If you’re a CAD Engineer and interested in this role, please apply here or get in touch with Eleanor Buckley at Jackson Hogg to arrange a confidential chat and learn more.
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