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CAD Technician

Glen Callum Associates Automotive Ltd
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Maidstone, Kent ME15 8ED, England

Salary

£35 - £40 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a CAD Technician / Design Engineer with at least 2 years of post-graduate experience or a graduate with solid proactive experience.
  • The role involves working on New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, creating 3D CAD models using Solidworks, and collaborating with various departments to ensure product performance.
  • The position is located in areas such as Maidstone, Rochester, and Dartford, offering a salary range of £35K to £40K depending on experience.
  • Additional benefits include a pension plan, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, discounts on company products, and free onsite parking.
  • Candidates should ideally possess graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Acrobat Suite and rendering software like Keyshot.

CAD Technician

We are seeking a CAD Technician / Design Engineer to join our innovative team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a vibrant environment, has passion for product design, and taking NewProduct Introduction(NPI) projects from concept to production.

As CAD Technician / Design Engineer you will be a key member of the team, working closely with cross-functional departments, including Quality, Sales, and Marketing, to drive product performance and ensure our solutions meet customer needs.

You will also play a role in solving existing product challenges, conducting failure mode analysis, and ensuring industry compliance.

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, innovative company where you will have the chance to shape the future of the product offerings. The company offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work on exciting new products from concept to launch.

Location: Maidstone, Rochester, Gravesend, Dartford, Sittingbourne, Canterbury, Tonbridge, Ashford, Rainham, Aylesford, Faversham

Salary: £35K to £40K basic DOE + Pension + 25 days annual leave (plus BH 33 days total) + Discounts on Company Products + Free onsite parking

The Role:

  • Be a CAD Technician / Design Engineer with at least 2 years post graduate experience.
  • Or be a graduate CAD Technician that can show solid proactive experience.
  • Be happy working with New Product Introduction (NPI) from initial concept through to production.
  • Create and refine 3D CAD models ideally using Solidworks and rendered conceptual images using Keyshot or similar tools.
  • Prepare supporting documentation, drawings, and graphics as needed.
  • Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD), Production, and Technical Service teams to resolve technical and quality issues.
  • Assist the Quality Manager with failure mode analysis, testing, and corrective actions.
  • Perform prototype testing and resolve design and functionality issues.
  • Ensure that all designs comply with industry-specific safety and compliance standards.
  • Manage and update drawing registers, specifications, BOMs, and assembly documentation.
  • Communicate design changes to suppliers and internal teams.
  • Ideally have graphic design skills, with experience in Adobe Acrobat Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Keyshot or equivalent rendering software.

How to Apply:

To apply for this CAD Technician / Design Engineer role please send your CV to Robert Cox Senior Recruitment Consultant at Glen Callum Associates ltd on or call Rob on

JOB REF: 4173RCA - CAD Technician

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.