CAD Technician

CAD Technician 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, review, and modify CAD drawings, using SolidWorks, to ensure accuracy and manufacturability.
• Process CAD developments into the factory using various operations
• Prepare detailed cost calculations, taking into account materials, labour, and overheads to generate competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure accurate job costing and feasibility.
• Provide expert advice to customers on design improvements and manufacturing optimisation.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications to assess project requirements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ensure accurate and timely estimates to support business growth and client satisfaction.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and manufacturing techniques.
• Additional experience in programming machinery in Radan or similar software is highly desirable.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a CAD Designer/Estimator within the sheet metal industry or wider metal manufacturing sector.
• Strong proficiency in CAD SolidWorks.
• Experience in working with technical drawings and creating working designs.
• A solid understanding of sheet metal manufacturing processes.
• Excellent numerical skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the capability to optimise designs for manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with customers and suppliers.
• Proficiency in using Lantek or similar CNC programming software is advantageous.
• Flexible, reliable, and a team player with a proactive approach.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Part-Time or Full-time

Experience:

• CAD in Sheet Metal Fabrication: 3 years (required)