Junior CAD Engineer
Posted 4 days ago by SNG Barratt
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Junior CAD Engineer role at MPG in Bridgnorth offers an exciting opportunity for recent graduates or apprentices with a passion for automotive design. The position involves creating detailed CAD models and drawings, supporting prototyping and manufacturing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification and experience with 3D design software, particularly SolidWorks. This role is integral to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance in automotive design.
Key Responsibilities:
- CAD Modelling & Technical Drawing: Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks, Geomagic & Ruby 2D CAD.
- Interpret and translate technical requirements, sketches, and design specifications into accurate CAD models, assemblies & drawings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all design work and revisions including managing the Drawing Office area.
- Review and revise existing designs to improve performance, reduce costs, or accommodate new requirements.
- Support the prototyping, testing, sample approvals and manufacturing processes with technical drawings and model updates.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering principles, and best practices.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians across the business including Production and Purchasing to develop and refine design concepts and current products.
Key Skills:
- Completed relevant level 3 or higher qualification / apprenticeship (Essential)
- Experience of using 3D design software, preferably SolidWorks (Essential)
- Experience of working within a busy manufacturing department (Desirable)
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Word Processing software (Essential)
- Good time management skills, high work ethics (Essential)
- Positive contribution to team participation (Essential)
- Focused, methodical with good analytical skills (Essential)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bridgnorth
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Other
Are you looking for an exciting growth opportunity with a global company who is the top of its class? Are you passionate about automotive? Read on... We are recruiting for a full-time Junior CAD Engineer at our site in Bridgnorth . The ideal candidate will have recently completed a level 3 or higher qualification / apprenticeship in a relevant subject and be looking for the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities
- CAD Modelling & Technical Drawing
- Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks, Geomagic & Ruby 2D CAD.
- Interpret and translate technical requirements, sketches, and design specifications into accurate CAD models, assemblies & drawings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all design work and revisions including managing the Drawing Office area.
- Review and revise existing designs to improve performance, reduce costs, or accommodate new requirements.
- making efficient use of all the tools provided within the Design Department.
- Creating new drawing and drawing amendments with information provided, ensuring that revisions are in sequence and internal systems reflect the drawing revision or specifications.
- Prototyping, Testing & Manufacturing Support
- Support the prototyping, testing, sample approvals and manufacturing processes with technical drawings and model updates.
- Manage production through internal 3D printing
- Standards, Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering principles, and best practices.
- Participate in design reviews, providing feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Cross Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians across the business including Production and Purchasing to develop and refine design concepts and current products.
- Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, and quality assurance teams to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.
Skills & Qualifications
- Completed relevant level 3 or higher qualification / apprenticeship (Essential)
- Experience of using 3D design software, preferably SolidWorks (Essential)
- Experience of working within a busy manufacturing department (Desirable)
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and Word Processing software (Essential)
- Good time management skills, high work ethics (Essential)
- Positive contribution to team participation (Essential)
- Focused, methodical with good analytical skills (Essential)
About Us MPG is a global collective servicing the classic British and Specialty automotive hobby. From MGs to Austin Healeys, Triumphs to Classic Mini, our goal is to be leading worldwide source for British and Specialty automotive parts and accessories. Land Rover, Jaguar, and even the Mazda Miata, our passion for amazing sports cars is only shadowed by the passion of the cars owners around the world. We are made up of 3 distinct companies, who all share the same goals and values. Moss (Moss Miata, Moss Motors, and Moss Europe), Rimmer, and SNG Barratt, strive to meet the needs of all owners, from basic maintenance to performance products, brake pads to superchargers. We craft our own upholstery, design our own products, and source the best quality parts for the cars we serve found anywhere around the world. Join a team that works hard, has fun, and is committed to the future of the hobby through integrity, teamwork, and an inventive automotive spirit.
Company benefits include (eligibility criteria applies): Group Life Insurance, Critical Illness Protection, Income Protection, EAP, Cycle to Work scheme, Company Pension scheme, Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance (subject to length of service), and more!