CAD Design Engineer

About the Position

CAD Design Engineer

Location: Melsonby

At SWARCO, we design and deliver innovative traffic management and intelligent transport solutions that keep communities moving safely and efficiently. We are looking for an experienced CAD Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Melsonby, where you will play a key role in developing high-quality electro-mechanical product designs that support our manufacturing and project delivery teams.

Responsibilities

As a CAD Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Creating detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
• Producing manufacturing drawings, fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and complete drawing packages.
• Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Carrying out structural analysis using FEA simulations.
• Developing and programming iLogic functions and other design automation tools.
• Working with Autodesk Vault to manage product data and version control.
• Collaborating with Electrical Design Engineers to deliver complete design packages.
• Producing drawing sets for product approvals and supporting project model reviews.
• Maintaining CAD document archives and supporting project close-out activities.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement across design processes and documentation.
• Supporting production by preparing production packs and assisting with large-scale engineering projects.

Requirements

Essential:

• HNC or HND in Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a CAD Design role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• At least 3 years' experience using Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience producing manufacturing drawings and applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles.
• Experience managing Bills of Materials and CAD data through ERP/PDM systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Vault Professional.
• Experience producing assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, layouts, and detailed component drawings.
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, and design constraints.
• Extensive experience using and programming Autodesk iLogic and other CAD automation functions.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

• Experience carrying out Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Knowledge of structural design principles.
• Experience supporting product lifecycle management processes.
• Continuous improvement experience within an engineering environment.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: GBP 35,000 - GBP 45,000 per year.
• Permanent full-time position.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace.

About the Company

At SWARCO, we value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop your career while working on products that make a real difference to road users across the UK and beyond. Our values underpin everything we do:

• Agility
• Reliability & Trust
• Passion
• Innovation
• Cooperation

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout our recruitment process and employment. No agencies please. We work exclusively with our approved recruitment partners for any assistance required with our roles.