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3D CAD Designer

Poole
2 weeks ago
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Fortress Recruit is working with a cutting-edge engineering business in Dorset to find a 3D CAD Designer with a background in electro-mechanical systems. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly skilled team working on innovative products across a range of applications.

Taking the lead on creating 3D CAD models, assemblies, and sub-assemblies for mechanical and electrical systems, your work will be integral to the design, development, and improvement of complex products.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Developing 3D CAD models from technical specifications and datasheets

  • Designing assemblies/sub-assemblies for electro-mechanical equipment

  • Generating BOMs and supporting the creation of technical documentation

  • Participating in design reviews and customer meetings

  • Resolving technical issues in existing product designs

  • Ensuring compliance with engineering standards and regulations

    To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Experience in a CAD design role

  • Proficiency in SolidEdge or similar 3D CAD tools

  • A background in mechanical/electro-mechanical system design

  • Knowledge of materials, mechatronics, actuators, electronics packaging, and composites (highly desirable)

    This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering environment where your ideas and input matter. You’ll be given the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products, contribute to real-world problem-solving, and grow your technical skills in a supportive, innovation-driven team.

    This is a full-time, permanent position based on-site in Poole, Dorset. On offer is a salary of up to £35K plus benefits package. For a full job description or confidential chat, contact Becki on (phone number removed) or apply with full up-to-date CV

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