CAD Engineer – Permanent – £35,000 - £45,000 DOE – Dudley
Key Responsibilities
* Liaise with customers and the Sales team to ensure full clarity on all engineering and specification requirements.
* Generate, check, and release all design and production data, including drawings, specifications, punch press programs, and manufacturing methods.
* Ensure product quality through effective checking of your own and colleagues' work to eliminate rework.
* Operate and continuously improve proficiency with the company's CAD/CAM systems, maintaining accurate and secure design records.
* Optimise material usage and minimise welding processes where possible.
* Define and document production processes, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
* Support production teams by developing training materials, self-check procedures, and inspection support to maintain high-quality standards.
* Identify and resolve design and specification issues promptly, ensuring any concessions are properly recorded.
* Contribute to cost control, value engineering, and make or buy decisions.
* Deliver on specific programmes such as product standardisation and process optimisation.
* Maintain design standards and promote best practices in design engineering.
* Review and update parameters within automated design and manufacturing systems to reflect current standards and innovations.
* Collaborate with the Preparation Area team to stay informed about tooling, materials, and machine capabilities.
* Apply value engineering principles to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
* HND or Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
* Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD (2D) and Radan (2D).
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong customer relationships.
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
* Team player with a proactive, can-do attitude.
* Experience with sheet metal fabrication or copper busbar design is advantageous.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Improved production efficiency (faster, lower cost, consistent quality, and safer).
* Reduced rework and waste.
* Support the development of junior staff to expand team capabilities.
Why Join?
* Work on innovative, precision-engineered products.
* Be part of a collaborative team committed to continuous improvement.
* Opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking engineering environment.
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