Computer Aided Design & Drafting Engineer

Futura Design

  • Gaydon, Warwickshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
  • Apply easily
Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Computer Aided Design & Drafting Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026.Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour.Duties:Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CAD/CAM/CAE) work focuses on the documentation, illustration, and digital modelling of engineering designs and processes including:
  • Assessing engineering requirements and translating into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software or applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies.
  • Capturing, defining and controlling of all GD&T information.
  • Capturing, defining and controlling of all significant and critical characteristics.
  • Co-ordinating with others to define the most suitable materials for sub-components Calculations and testing to support fixing design (adhesives, fasteners, etc.)
  • Design of parts to ensure good manufacturability.
  • Design of jigs/fixtures for assembly.
  • Customizing CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs.
  • Creating digital proto-types and conducting design simulations for purposes of verifying reliability/safety and optimizing engineering processes.
  • Collaborating with product/manufacturing process engineers by recommending changes to component designs based on outcomes of digital proto-typing and design simulations.
  • May provide materials lists and cost estimates.
Level:
  • A Specialist Professional (P4) is a recognized subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
Responsibilities typically include:
  • Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
  • Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.
  • Ensure all appropriate client standards are met throughout design maturation.
  • Manage design verification test plans, including detailed planning of test and development stages through to sign-off and support engineering test teams with rectification of issues.
  • Work with Supplier Teams to develop fix & resolution plans for hardware issues.
  • Undertake any other work as directed by their Line Manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time.
  • Problems faced are difficult and often complex.
Specialisation Match Note:
  • Para-Professional incumbents typically work on less complex engineering designs and processes than Individual.
  • Professionals and modify draft layouts/models created by engineers and CAD/CAM/CAE designers.
Skills Required:
  • CAD skills to design and manipulate mechanical components.
  • Detailed knowledge of GD&T.
  • Working knowledge of FMEA and significant/critical characteristics.
  • Experience of diecasting, injection moulding, machining, pressing, stamping, painting and other associated manufacturing processes.
  • Understanding of different fixing methods and how to perform design calculations to ensure robustness.
  • Empirical knowledge of tooling design considerations and mould flow analyses.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical issues to Stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result.
  • A critical thinker who is able to apply a logical approach to problem resolution.
  • Willingness to learn and to take active responsibility for own development/objectives.

LogicMelon