CAD Designer

Location: Northampton
Rate: £25.00 - £30.00 per hour
Hours: 20-30 hours per week
Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Job Type: Contract, Part-Time

Interaction Technical are recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering business based in Northampton. Due to an increase in project workload, our client is looking to recruit an experienced CAD Designer on a part-time contract basis to support ongoing mechanical and hydraulic design projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CAD professional seeking flexible working hours within a dynamic engineering environment.

• £25.00 - £30.00 per hour
• Flexible part-time hours (20-30 hours per week)
• Initial 3-month contract
• Potential contract extension
• Interesting and varied engineering projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

As a CAD Designer, you will be responsible for producing detailed engineering drawings and supporting the design of mechanical and hydraulic systems for a range of bespoke engineering applications.

• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD drawings using Fusion 360.
• Produce detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Support the design and development of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Update existing drawings and technical documentation.
• Work closely with engineers and project teams to meet project requirements.
• Ensure designs are accurate, practical, and suitable for manufacture.
• Assist with design improvements and engineering modifications as required.
• Maintain drawing revision control and engineering documentation.

• Previous experience as a CAD Designer, CAD Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Designer, or similar role.
• Proficient in Fusion 360.
• Strong mechanical engineering understanding.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems would be highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Experience within manufacturing, machinery, automation, plant, hydraulics, or special-purpose machinery environments would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on and proactive CAD professional with strong mechanical design knowledge and experience working on engineering projects from concept through to manufacture. This role would suit an individual looking for flexible working arrangements while remaining involved in technically challenging engineering work.

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, Finance & IT and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions.

For more information regarding this position or to discuss other opportunities, please contact Dan Pearce, (phone number removed).

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