Details:
- Salary: £36,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Chippenham Wiltshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
An established and long-standing engineering business is seeking a CAD Draughtsman to join its growing team. With over a century of heritage and a strong reputation for quality, this organisation offers a collaborative working environment, ongoing development, and a stable, people-focused culture.
This role is ideal for a proactive CAD professional who enjoys working across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production, and who thrives in a hands-on, technically varied environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Drawing Office
Develop 3D design concepts and detailed drawings to meet customer and sales requirements
Produce drawings in line with BS8888 standards
Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manage parts identification within the supply chain system
Prepare Installation, Operation and Maintenance (IOM) manuals
Modify and improve existing designs, supporting continuous improvement and DFM initiatives
Maintain drawing control systems, document filing, and version management
Ensure all designs are accurate, complete, and fit for purposeTechnical & Cross-Functional Support
Provide design input across manufacturing functions including machining, assembly, purchasing, inspection, and dispatch
Support R&D activities alongside the Technical Manager
Assist Sales and Marketing with technical design input where requiredAbout You
We're looking for a motivated individual who can take ownership of their work and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
Essential:
Experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. Autodesk Inventor or similar)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
Good communication skillsDesirable:
Experience with rotating machinery or valve design
Understanding of basic electrical components and systems
Familiarity with ATEX considerations in engineering designWhat's on Offer
Flexible working hours (typically Monday-Thursday full days, early finish Friday)
1 day per week remote working available
Pension contribution: 5% employer contribution
Life assurance: 2x annual salary
Holiday entitlement: 165 hours + bank holidays, increasing annually up to 25 days
Christmas shutdown (1 week)
Annual salary reviews (typically aligned with inflation/performance)