Enjoy working in a small, friendly team, but still want the benefits and stability of an engineering giant?
Looking company that will genuinely invest in your career and fund your development?
CAD Technician
- Rugby, Warwickshire (Commutable from Coventry, Leicester, Daventry, Northampton)
- £35,000
- 39 hours per week + Flexible Start Times + Early Friday Finish
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Christmas shutdown
- Gym Allowance
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Funded Further Education & Technical Training
- Employee Assistance Programme
We are partnering with a highly stable, long-established, specialist engineering group. They foster a supportive team culture where career progression and skill development are actively backed by leadership.
Joining a close-knit engineering team, you will bridge the gap between initial customer concepts and physical production. Whether you are expanding your 3D CAD skills or cross-training onto advanced software, no two days here will be the same.
Responsibilities
- 3D Modelling & Design: Create accurate 3D CAD models and technical production drawings from customer prototypes, concepts, or legacy specifications.
- Laser Programming: Produce precise 2D/3D laser programs for various metals, ensuring maximum material efficiency.
- Project Handover: Issue clear work instructions and job cards to the workshop floor, following projects through to final inspection.
- Material Coordination: Conduct simple stock spot-checks to ensure required sheet metal and tooling are ready for upcoming builds.
What We’re Looking For
- 3D CAD Experience: Proven hands-on experience using SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Autodesk Inventor, or similar 3D packages (3+ years preferred, time-served welcomed).
- Experience working with laser cutting is an advantage.
- Practical Mindset: Workshop or production environment awareness: You understand how a drawing translates into real physical fabrication!
- Eagerness to Learn: Full training on specialized software will be provided if you don’t already have laser experience.
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