Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Norwich Norfolk
- Date: 20 hours ago
Description:
CAD Design Engineer – Manufacturing / Hygienic Equipment
Norwich, Norfolk | Full‑time | Competitive salary + benefits
A leading UK manufacturer of hygienic furniture and equipment is looking for a CAD Design Engineer to join their growing team. You’ll work on stainless‑steel fabricated products, supporting both new product development and improvements to existing ranges.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce SolidWorks models, drawings and BOMs for standard and bespoke products
* Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to optimise fabrication
* Support production with practical, manufacturable designs
* Contribute to new product development and continuous improvement
* Maintain drawing standards, revision control and CAD data accuracy
* Collaborate with Sales, Product Development and Production teams
Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Strong SolidWorks experience
* Knowledge of sheet metal, fabrication and welded assemblies
* Experience applying DFM principles
* Ability to produce accurate drawings and BOMs
* Strong attention to detail and self‑managing approach
Desirable:
* Experience with stainless steel (304/316)
* Understanding of hygienic design
* Background in Food, Pharma, Lab or Medical sectors
* SME experience
Personal Attributes
* Practical, organised and reliable
* Strong problem‑solver
* Collaborative and grounded
* Ambitious with a realistic approach
This is a great opportunity to join a UK manufacturer focused on high‑quality production, continuous improvement and long‑term development